We are Activ. We are Customer Driven, Listen Loudly, we Dare to Try and Deliver on Promises. As a team, we are a fantastic collection of diverse individuals all coming together to achieve a common goal which is to support those living with disability to live the life they choose.

If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can really make a difference and our Values resonate with yours, then come join us!

We offer generous benefits such as: - 

• Salary-sacrificing options up to $18,550 to increase your take-home pay
• Options for work-life balance
• Training through Activ’s RTO
• Various staff benefits from our corporate partners
• Employee assistance and wellbeing program
• An accepting and open environment to work and thrive in while giving back to the community

About the role

Reporting to the People & Culture Service Centre Manager the Senior Payroll Officer is responsible for the delivery of professional, accurate and customer focused payroll services within required timeframes. Providing practical support to a team of experienced and fun Payroll Officers, this role is responsible for meeting all payroll compliance requirements and are expected to have a strong knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding employment conditions.

A typical day in the role may look like;

• Timely and accurate coordination of end-to-end payroll activities;
• Ensure payroll processes are appropriately documented ensuring accuracy, compliance and interpretation with awards, legislation, policies, and organisational requirements;
• Providing practical advice and coaching to the payroll team with respect to payroll processes and compliance;
• Coordination of Activ’s salary packaging programs and superannuation compliance;
• Utilise payroll expertise to analyse, problem-solve and test solutions to resolve payroll issues and specific queries;
• Manage all statutory and ATO deadlines.

The ideal candidate will have:-

• Effective & engaging communication style with a collaborative approach; 
• Experience successfully coordinating end-to-end Payroll processes for a large organisation (1500+);
• Previous experience in the use of both manual and automated processes;
• Previous experience leading a small team of professions (desirable);
• Experience working on payroll projects, streamlining processes and system implementation would be beneficial.

Submitting your application is easy, all we need is your current CV and a few questions answered and then one of the team will be in touch. As a part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a video interview. All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to get or already have :

• National Police Clearance and NDIS worker screening check.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module

To deliver the best service for our customers, we strive toward a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we support. We are an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Activ reserves the right to remove advertising and/or commence the selection process before the application close date.