Payroll Officer

City of Belmont

Cloverdale, Perth WA

Payroll (Accounting)

Government to Local (Government and Defence)

Full time

91,344 to 96,425 pa + Superannuation

Payroll Services

Customer Service

End to End Payroll

Payroll Officer

91,344 to 96,425pa + Superannuation

Full-time, 12 months fixed term

About us:

The City of Belmont is a Tier 1 council that proudly offers its residents and visitors facilities, services, events, spaces and plans for the future, enabling the community to live, work and play in healthy, efficient, safe and sustainable ways. The City of Belmont boasts spectacular views of the Swan River, proximity to the Perth Central Business District, has state-of-the-art facilities at the Belmont Library and Museum Hub, plentiful multipurpose parks, and includes Perth Airport’s Domestic and International terminals within its boundaries.

The City of Belmont offers employees free onsite parking, easy access to public transport, great end-of-trip facilities, purchased leave, a co-contribution to superannuation and other great employee benefits.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated payroll professional to join our busy team on a 12 month fixed term contract.  The role delivers accurate and timely payroll services, exceptional customer service whilst maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound discretion.

Key responsibilities include:

Process end-to-end weekly payroll with a high level of accuracy.

Ensure payroll is calculated, processed and records are maintained in accordance with relevant Industrial Agreements, legislative requirements and relevant City policies, and procedures.

Handle payroll matters, including:

Long Service Leave calculations and processing

Employee terminations and final pays

Single Touch Payroll (STP) and compliance reporting

Resolve payroll-related queries promptly and professionally

Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and contribute ideas that enhance efficiency and compliance

About You:

Are you a motivated Payroll Officer with proven experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking for an exciting new opportunity?

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing, preferably in a high-volume environment.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and data analysis.

Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

The ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet deadlines.

Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing outstanding service.

Experience using a Human Resource Information System (HRIS), Aurion experience will be highly regarded.

If you are a dedicated payroll professional looking to join a supportive team where your expertise will be valued, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply:

By clicking the ‘apply’ button, you will be directed to the City of Belmont’s employment page, where you can access the position description. Please enter your details, upload your current resume and cover letter. Please complete the questionnaire, then submit your application.

Applications close: 5:00 pm, Wednesday 5 August 2026

Please note: Applications are considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. The City reserves the right to close adverts early; early applications are encouraged.

The City of Belmont is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We provide merit-based employment opportunities to people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. We encourage applications from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Belmont. If you require additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise in advance.

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Further assistance with your application is available by phoning 08 9477 7217