People and Culture Advisor, Payroll – NMA

Job Description

People and Culture Advisor, Payroll – NMA Closing Date: 02/03/2025 12:00 am Institution: National Museum of Australia Salary: $80,341 to $87,572 Employment Status: Initial 12 months non-ongoing with possibility of ongoing Location: Canberra ACT Contact Name: Hayley Williams, 02 6208 5134 Contact Email: As a People and Culture Advisor – payroll, you can expect to work within a dedicated team that has a clear sense of purpose and understanding how you can individually contribute to the National Museum of Australia (NMA). The NMA is looking to engage a skilled and inquisitive professional to join the People and Culture team. This role requires an individual with strong interpersonal and well-developed communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a collaborative team environment. In addition, the role will demonstrate organisational ability and provide a high level of customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. Previous experience within an APS payroll setting and experience using Aurion or a similar HRIS is preferred. This role seeks an individual who is motivated in seeking opportunities for business with a comprehensive understanding of personnel practices and procedures, as well as an understanding of how to interpret relevant legislation. The key duties of the position include: Process salaries, superannuation, allowances, workers compensation payments, and leave using the Aurion system. Provide excellent support to employees with payroll and related enquiries (i.e., employment conditions and entitlements) ensuring their needs are met in a timely, accurate, and customer-centric manner. Interpret and accurately apply APS legislation and workplace agreements on employment conditions, entitlements, and instruments affecting payroll. Maintain privacy and integrity-based principles when dealing with employees in all matters, such as employment information, salary, and taxation details. Participate and assist with the payroll audit as required – gathering and analysing data and presenting information. Provide support to employees on the Employee Self Service Module of Aurion. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to make appropriate personnel decisions. Assist in influencing and implementing business improvements including process and procedure improvement. Maintain currency in subject matter expertise through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities. Assist the APS6, Senior People and Culture Advisor with ad hoc duties as required. Selection criteria: Relevant experience and knowledge in HR/payroll systems. Understanding of and ability to comply with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures. An ability to work within a team to deliver high-quality business outputs within strict timeframes. Well-developed communication skills, including the ability to effectively negotiate and influence outcomes. Solid problem-solving skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously and maintain accurate data and records. To be eligible to apply for this vacancy, applicants must: Be an Australian citizen. Undergo pre-employment checks, including a police record check. Hold or be eligible to hold a security clearance at the level specified in the position description. Notes: The National Museum of Australia is an equal employment opportunity workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for roles at the Museum. The Museum is committed to ensuring a child-safe and child-friendly environment. All employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to, and support for, these principles, in theory and practice. #J-18808-Ljbffr