Finance Officer (Payroll)
- Join a vibrant team committed to community engagement and transparency.
- Play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategies for a thriving region.
- Embrace a collaborative culture where your insights drive informed decisions.
- Experience the beauty of the Tamar Valley while contributing to its growth.
About West Tamar Council
The West Tamar Council municipality includes the western side of the Kanamaluka/Tamar Estuary with some of the most beautiful scenery, world class vineyards and an abundance of historic attractions. Our municipality is an inclusive community where people want to live, work and invest. With our Riverside Office located only 8 minutes’ drive to the Launceston CBD, there is no better place in Tasmania to work than the Tamar Valley! Listed 4th in Lonely Planet’s regions to visit in the world in 2025!
With an employee base of 140 people (118 FTE) you will be joining a diverse and inclusive team.
Your role as Finance Officer (Payroll)
As our Finance Officer at West Tamar Council, you’ll be responsible for managing the fortnightly payroll cycle, maintaining accurate employee records, and ensuring compliance with legislation and Council agreements. Your role supports the Finance Department through data input, reconciliations, reporting, and general accounting duties, all while safeguarding confidentiality and delivering responsive internal service.
You’ll work closely with managers and staff to resolve payroll issues, provide timely advice, and recommend improvements to systems and processes. This part-time position offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team in a dynamic local government environment that values accountability, teamwork, and community service.
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for candidates who are reliable, hardworking, and willing to learn.
- At least 12 months' experience as a payroll officer, ideally in a workplace with more than 30 employees.
- Understanding of payroll processes, procedures, and relevant legislation.
- Knowledge of Council policies and employment conditions or willingness to learn.
- Demonstrated experience in computer software, especially MS365 (Word and Excel), and payroll systems.
- Understanding of accounting principles and practices and be a team player.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
- Keen attention to detail and high standard of data entry accuracy.
- A current Tasmanian driver’s licence.
If you are ready to contribute to an organisation that values integrity, teamwork, and community engagement, we want to hear from you.
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Submit a brief cover letter and resume to be eligible for consideration by close of business Friday, 14 November 2025.
Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.