Payroll OfficerFrankston City Council · Frankston, VIC, Australia

Payroll Officer

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-27 Frankston, VIC, Australia Permanent Hybrid Accounting
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market A$8,333–A$8,750/mo

About the Company

493569 Frankston, VIC Full Time Closing on: 25 Sep 2026 Position Description Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula. We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector. Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team About the position Our Payroll Services team is looking for an experienced and detail-focused Payroll Officer to join the team on a permanent full-time basis. The main responsibilities will include: Prepare and process fortnightly payrolls, including bank transfers, EFT transmissions and tax payments; Reconcile payroll-related payments, PAYG, deductions and superannuation; Maintain accurate employee records, including leave, superannuation and payroll information; and Supporting the smooth and efficient delivery of payroll services across Council.

Responsibilities

  • ● copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.

Requirements

  • ● Highly accurate numeracy, data entry and attention to detail skills;
  • ● Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work to strict deadlines;
  • ● Previous experience working in a payroll environment; and

Benefits

  • ● Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values "Kinder, Fairer, Smarter". As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:
  • ● Hybrid Working Model
  • ● Flexible working hours
  • ● Rostered Day Off (Full time roles only)
  • ● Access to professional and career development opportunities
  • ● Purchased leave
  • ● Paid Parental leave
  • ● Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
  • ● Free onsite parking (Civic Centre)
  • ● Employee assistance program
  • ● Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.
  • ● This position is a Band 4A currently remunerated at 74,536.73 per annum, plus superannuation. Overtime will also be paid as required.
  • ● If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Ebony Chambers at [email protected]
  • ● The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page.
  • ● The closing date for applications to this role is 25 September 2026, 11:55pm.
  • ● Culture at Frankston City Council
  • ● Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.
  • ● Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.
  • ● We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.
  • ● Child Safety