Payroll Officer

• Paying $42.25ph + super
• Malvern VIC location with hybrid working flexibility
• Temp contract until 28th August 2026 with possible extension

About the Role

Our client is a VIC government organisation based in Malvern, VIC. They are currently seeking a Payroll Officer to come in and work with them on a temp contract until 28th August 2026.

Candidates for this role must have:

• Proven high volume end to end payroll processing experience

• Experience with Aurion, or Technology One payroll systems

• Previous local government experience (Highly desirable)

• High level customer service experience and well developed interpersonal skills

Key responsibilities will include:

• End-to-End Payroll Processing: Manage and execute the fortnightly payroll for up to 1,060 employees, ensuring full compliance with superannuation, taxation, and accident compensation obligations.
• Award and Compliance Interpretation: Accurate interpretation and application of Council’s Enterprise Agreement, relevant modern awards, statutory regulations, and internal policies.
• Technical Advice & Dispute Resolution: Provide high-quality support and accurate advice to resolve complex employee payroll inquiries and service needs effectively.
• Stakeholder & Customer Relations: Deliver responsive, professional service to both internal and external customers to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Process Improvement Initiatives: Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within customer service and payroll administration to enhance organizational efficiency.

About You

You will be a highly experienced Payroll professional with proven experience and reliability in previous positions.

The successful candidate will possess:
Proven high volume end to end payroll processing experience

• Experience with Aurion, or Technology One payroll systems
• Previous local government experience (Highly desirable)
• High level customer service experience and well developed interpersonal skills

What’s in it for you?
Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:

• Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
• 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
• Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
• Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services

If this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter to jack.coleman@randstad.com.au

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.