Play a key role in ensuring smooth payroll operations and financial accuracy at a leading not-for-profit organisation. At Workskil Australia, we are committed to changing lives through employment, education, and support services. We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll and Finance Officer to join our dynamic Finance Team. This is a great opportunity to apply your payroll and finance knowledge in a mission-driven organisation that makes a real difference. About the RoleAs the Payroll and Finance Officer, you will assist with the fortnightly payroll processing, support payroll system administration, and handle key finance tasks, including reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and general financial administration. Your key responsibilities will include: Processing fortnightly pay runs accurately and on time Maintaining employee records and processing position/salary changes, with appropriate approvals and audit trails Conducting end-of-month payroll processing, reporting, and reconciliations Supporting integration of payroll and HR data across internal systems Managing payroll-related communications and correspondence Administering the payroll kiosk system and employee leave processes Liaising with our Salary Packaging Provider for employee packaging services Processing invoices and customer expenditure in the accounting system Managing reimbursement requests and ensuring client expenses fall within eligibility timeframes Supporting general finance administrative tasks as required
This role is being offered on a full time fixed term contract, ending 30 June 2026.About YouYou’ll bring professionalism, attention to detail, and a high level of confidentiality to everything you do. Your ability to manage complex information and meet deadlines will make you a valuable member of our team. To be successful in this role, you will have: Diploma or tertiary qualifications in a Finance-related field Experience in payroll processing and finance administration Understanding of employment-related legislation (e.g., PAYG, Superannuation, Fair Work Act) High-level computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, databases) Strong verbal communication and data entry skills Excellent accuracy, time management, and organisational skills A collaborative mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement
Desirable: What We OfferA supportive, inclusive team environment Meaningful work with a not-for-profit organisation making a social impact Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities Competitive salary packaging benefits
About Us Workskil Australia is a national not-for-profit and charitable organisation, with almost 40 proud years of supporting Australians to achieve sustained economic and social self-reliance. We do this by providing a range of employment, work experience, disability, youth, Indigenous and community services across New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia and Victoria. We promote a positive team culture where high performance can thrive. We value excellent customer service, integrity and honesty in our employees. We look for employees who have a genuine passion for working with those in need, are results-focused and can contribute to a strong team. In return for your truly valued contribution we will support your ongoing career development and offer a friendly, supportive & innovative environment for you to thrive. We work hard every day to: - Work with our Customers to secure great long-term job opportunities.
- Meet the labour needs of business and industry through quality recruitment services at no cost.
- Assist businesses with diversifying their workforce.
- Provide specialist employment and community services to people seeking work, including people with mental illness, injury or disability and Indigenous Australians.
- Deliver work experience projects to the community.
Our values remain at the heart of everything we do and we strive to conduct our business with the highest degree of care, integrity, respect, honesty and service. We believe that the care, respect and high level of service we give to all of our customers is our key point of difference. Remuneration A competitive salary will be negotiated commensurate with skills and experience. As Workskil Australia is a public benevolent institution, we can also offer a portion of the salary through tax effective salary packaging. About your Application For your application, please include both a cover letter and resume. Your letter should set out why you are the appropriate candidate for the role. For ease of upload, we encourage you to combine these into one file as a pdf or word document. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Prior to an offer of employment being made, candidates must provide authority for a Federal Police Clearance and other checks that may be a requirement of the position. To learn more about working at Workskil Australia head to https://www.workskil.com.au/about-us/work-with-us/ We are actively looking to fill this role and reserve the right to shortlist and interview applicants whilst this advertisement is open so encourage you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity. Workskil Australia is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and we particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and applicants who have a disability. We deliver a range of employment and community services to children, young people and their families and are committed to creating a safe environment for children and young people in the delivery of these services. |
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