Payroll Data Entry

• Hybrid Work environment
• Temporary 12 month part-time role
• Make an impact behind the scenes
  
  

About Us

City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.

Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.

About the Role

We are seeking a Payroll Data Entry Officer on a part-time basis (21 hours a week) to work alongside the Team Leader Payroll and Payroll Officers to deliver accurate, compliant and timely payroll services for Council staff and management.

In this role, you will enter key attendance and timesheet data into the HRIS, support payroll reconciliation, and contribute to payroll processing tasks including overtime, allowances, and higher duties forms. You will also provide basic guidance through the payroll inbox, assist with new starter setup, and help manage employee variations.

Your strict adherence to statutory requirements, such as taxation and superannuation, and commitment to internal controls and record‑keeping procedures will be vital to maintaining service quality and legislative compliance. Your role will also involve preparing payroll‑related reports upon request, maintaining system records, and delivering exceptional customer service in a collaborative team environment. You will be expected to stay informed about relevant legislative updates and contribute to continuous process improvements.

About You

• NSW Higher School Certificate or equivalent
• Prior experience in payroll data entry and administration
• Sound knowledge of relevant taxation legislation
• Excellent computer literacy with proven experience in the use of spreadsheets
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build effective working relationships with Managers and staff at all levels of the organisation
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Previous experience using iChris Payroll / HR computer system and local government experience is desirable

Your annual salary will range from $66,286.17 to $86,172.02 per annum (pro rata to 21 hours per week) + Superannuation dependent on your experience and qualifications.

Culture & Benefits 

• Free shuttle bus between the North Ryde Office and North Ryde Metro Station
• Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
• Hybrid work from home and office arrangements available for eligible positions
• Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
• 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday 
• Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
• Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, etc.)
  
  

How to apply

Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview. 

Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process.  Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria. 

If you would like to know more, please see the Position Description or contact Lyn Johnstone on 02 9952 8041 for a confidential discussion.

Closing Date:  Sunday 17 August 2025 at 11.30 pm. 

City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety