Team Leader Payroll

Team Leader Payroll

Salary:

61 - 61

/ Hour

Contract Type:

Temporary

Location:

Melbourne - VIC 

Industry:

Professional

Reference:

3975667

Contact Name:

Amanda Li

Contact Email:

amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

23-Oct-2025

Team Leader Payroll
3-month contract | 38 hours per week | $61.34 p/hour + super
Eastern Regional Victoria | Immediate start

We are looking for an experienced Team Leader Payroll to join our client, a progressive local council in Eastern Regional Victoria. This short-term opportunity is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys leading a team, maintaining accuracy under pressure, and supporting the smooth delivery of payroll operations across a large workforce.

Please note location is 185kms east of Dandenong. Hybrid arrangements of 3 days in the office and 2 days at home.

In this role, you will:
  • Oversee and process the fortnightly payroll in line with Awards, Agreements, and organisational procedures.
  • Be the first point of contact for payroll-related enquiries, supporting staff through the employee kiosk and ensuring effective training and compliance.
  • Maintain and audit employee records and leave balances, identifying and reporting any discrepancies to management.
  • Ensure payroll systems are efficient, accurate, and well controlled through strong internal processes.
  • Prepare labour budgets, payroll reports, and data for council, legislative, and survey requirements.

About you:
  • Proven experience in payroll within Local Government, Public Sector, Healthcare, or Education.
  • Tertiary qualification in a relevant field.
  • Minimum 2–3 years in a similar role with strong understanding of payroll legislation and processes.
  • Experience with Civica Authority highly regarded.

For more information, contact Amanda Li at amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au or 03 8535 3111.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



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