Senior Manager, Payroll Services

Job Description

• Senior role within Court Services Victoria• Opportunity to deliver process and system improvement• Competitive salary About Us Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission. Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'. Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly. About the Role Are you an experienced senior payroll specialist with a passion for leadership and operational excellence? Court Services Victoria (CSV) is seeking a Senior Manager to lead and transform our payroll operations and drive the success of a high performing team. This critical role will lead a team of payroll professionals and work collaboratively across the Courts Group to shape and deliver system improvements that provide a contemporary service to our stakeholders. Your expertise will ensure a timely and accurate payroll execution, whilst driving initiatives that maintain compliance with relevant regulations. Key responsibilities will include: Lead and mentor a team of payroll specialists (approximately 7 direct reports), fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Providing authoritative advice on complex payroll and employment matters including interpreting and applying legislation, policies, and procedures, and People Services reporting requirements. Attend Victorian Public Sector (VPS) wide payroll community of practice forums ensuring the function is up to date with market trends and legislative changes. Leading a HRIS system changeover by implementing a fit for purpose solution that is well utilized by the CSV jurisdictions. Accurately maintain a range of records using the CHRIS21 payroll system and other manual and computerized systems and databases. Providing detailed and accurate assurance reporting highlighting clear segregation of duties with strong governance. Work closely with HR Finance and other departments to align payroll practices with organizational goals. About You Demonstrated practical experience leading a payroll team within a complex environment. Ability to drive and implement sustained change both from a cultural and technical standpoint. In-depth knowledge and experience of ANZ payroll calculation and processing, regulations, compliance, and best practice. Subject matter expertise and professional experience in human resource service, payroll, remuneration packaging, and taxation matters (including system knowledge/capability). Extensive experience in using an integrated personnel/payroll system, and the ability to enter, modify and extract data accurately. A high-level understanding of the legislative and industrial framework that applies to Victorian public servants, including the Public Administration Act 2004, the Fair Work Act 2009, and the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement 2020/2024 (highly desirable). Broad knowledge of systems including Chris 21 and SAP success factors and demonstrated experience in projects related to system/HCM implementation (highly regarded). Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources or related fields. How to apply Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application: resume Other information CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply. We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch by calling (03) 9032 0500 to speak with a People Services Advisor. #J-18808-Ljbffr