We are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Payroll Team Leader to join a federal government Payroll Services team for a 3-month contract. This role involves ensuring timely and accurate payroll administration for the Department and shared services clients. You will support the team leader in managing a large team, focusing on staff management, specialised processing, quality assurance, and compliance activities.
Key Duties:
- Technical Support: Provide guidance and advice to payroll processing team members.
- Compliance: Interpret and apply legislation, policies, and enterprise agreements.
- Team Management: Assist in overseeing the payroll team, monitoring performance, allocating work, and addressing training needs.
- Training: Deliver on-the-job training to team members.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct audits, reconcile payments and invoices, and ensure compliance with standards.
- Inquiries: Respond to employee inquiries accurately and promptly.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Address complex and sensitive payroll matters with internal and external stakeholders.
- Business Planning: Contribute to business planning and identify efficiency improvements.
- Specialized Processing: Handle specialised payroll tasks, including workers' compensation.
- System Testing: Assist with User Acceptance Testing for system updates and enhancements.
Requirements:
- Attention to Detail: High accuracy in payroll processing.
- Legislative Knowledge: Strong ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, policies, and agreements.
- Leadership Experience: Proven experience in supervising a team and managing resources effectively.
- Organisational Skills: Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time to meet deadlines.
- Problem-Solving: Sound judgment and skills to resolve complex and sensitive issues.
- Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills for engaging with stakeholders.
- Discretion: Personal qualities of tact and professionalism.
- Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office is essential and candidates without will not be eligible due to technical support requirements.
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