• Be a key player in this pivotal role in the payroll function.
• Be part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement, best practice, and innovative implementation.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $91,833 – $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Finance supports the mission of the University by providing a high quality, end-to end, flexible and responsive financial management and advisory service including provision of corporate financial services.

The University’s professional service delivery model was created to deliver effective and efficient end to end services across the whole University. The model includes all core services of the University and creates functionally aligned services delivered through Service Delivery Centres.

About the opportunity

• You will take a lead role in the development and administration of the University’s Payroll System and ensures appropriate controls are in place and risks are being addressed.
• Be responsible for the understanding and development of business processes within the Service Delivery Centres and the provision of timely, accurate and meaningful data.
• You will be a key contact for other stakeholders for version upgrades and administration of training for the main payroll system and other Systems related modules.

About you

• Tertiary qualification or equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience with the development and administration of an Information System.
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, email, integrated personnel/payroll systems and financial systems.
• Knowledge of Ascender database maintenance basic concepts and payroll system is a must.
• Experience in the testing, implementation and updates of application patches, codes changes/updates and version changes.

Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate.

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION -Payroll Applications Officer - (518842).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Helen Martin at helen.martin@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 2^nd December 2024.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. 

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.