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Payroll Manager

19/04/2024
17/05/2024
Permanent - Full Time
SwanCare Administration
Finance / Accounting

SwanCare is humbled to be the 2019 HRD Employer of Choice silver winner AND the 2019 national winner of the ACSA Award for Innovation in Service and Design! Working at SwanCare means more than ‘just a job’, we enrich lives for a living and pride ourselves on providing quality care, accommodation, and services to our residents. There is a reason we are one of WA’s leading not-for-profit aged care providers since 1961!

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Payroll Manager forms part of the Finance function and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance and efficiency.

This is a newly created position leading a small team.  To be successful in this role, you must have strong experience working with payroll systems, a comprehensive understanding of payroll procedures and regulations, and demonstrated experience managing a team in a dynamic environment.
 

Key responsibilities:

  • Oversee the timely and accurate processing of the fortnightly payroll.
  • Act as the key subject matter expert and escalation point to resolve issues.
  • Continuously evaluate and streamline payroll processes and internal controls to increase efficiency and accuracy of the payroll.
  • Prepare monthly reports and analysis for key departments.
  • Manage and coach a high performing payroll team.
  • Conduct regular internal audits of payroll records to ensure accuracy and compliance.

For more information, please view the Job Description here.

WHY WORK FOR US?

As the largest single site retirement and aged care community in WA, we are proud of our excellent reputation among our residents, their families, and our staff. You'll see the difference you make every day in the smiles of our residents and our people, and in our collective success. With more than 1000 residents and 500 staff members, you are guaranteed to be working with a professional community of likeminded people. In return for the dedication of our people, we offer a truly rewarding career experience that recognises and encourages outstanding resident care, high achievement, and personal growth. Oh, and by the way, our people say we're the warmest, most welcoming workplace you'll ever find!

As our staff are our most valuable resource when it comes to delivering the highest level of quality care to our residents, we offer a range of industry-leading benefits to acknowledge their contributions. Find out more about what’s on offer.

WHAT WE WILL OFFER YOU:

  • Attractive salary packaging options (pay no tax on an extra $15,900 per year and increase your take home pay)
  • Entry to our Best Practice award winning ‘Feathers’ reward and recognition program
  • Exceptional on-site services and facilities
  • A highly dynamic work environment that encourages employees to reach their full potential
  • Discounts on HBF health insurance and onsite gym membership
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Desired Skills and Experience

KEY ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Demonstrated previous experience in a Payroll Manager role
  • Comprehensive experience and knowledge of payroll systems
  • Excellent understanding of payroll legislative requirements and skilled in award interpretation
  • Experience working in an aged care or healthcare environment (highly desirable)
  • Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills
  • Highly developed communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Working rights within Australia
  • National Police Clearance

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I APPLY?

When applying, please submit your resume as well as a cover letter.

If you are interested in becoming part of the SwanCare team, apply today – we’d love to hear from you!

Shortlisting will commence immediately so don't delay!

Once the decision has been made, the successful applicant will be offered the position by a member of the People and Culture team. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application via email.