Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community? For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care. As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation's unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian. St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products with revenue of about $500 million across 17 different services, and a team of 8500 including 3500 paid team members and 5000 volunteer team members. Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including: 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement, 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work, 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most. A job to be proud of: The Payroll Specialist is responsible for spearheading continuous improvement projects to streamline and successfully integrate new payroll processes and innovations. This team member will be a key contributor to the ongoing digital transformation of SJWA as it interacts with the payroll system. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will have experience working on payroll implementation, optimisation and improvements. What you'll do: Develop appropriate processes and controls for end-to-end payroll processes Collect, analyse and document both technical and business requirements, ensuring they are clearly communicated to all stakeholders Act as a specialist for the organisation in relation to payroll, superannuation, benefits and payroll compliance. Provide resolutions on complex payroll matters including mitigation of future risks Understand and consult with relevant teams on award, enterprise agreement and individually contracted employees payments, ensuring employees are paid in line with their respective terms and conditions and legislative requirements. Manage and oversee technical aspects of payroll projects, including the connection of non-technical streams to ensure key components within the project delivery align to agreed outcomes. Assist in any other area as directed by the Line Manager or delegate. What you'll need: Extensive Payroll experience within a large and complex organisation. Experience working on payroll system integration, optimisation and improvements Excellent understanding of Western Australian legislation, NES and common law Ability to manage and resolve complex payroll matters. Relevant qualification in Payroll Services, Systems or Management (desirable) 5+ years of experience in payroll processing 2+ years of experience in Process/Systems Improvement What's in it for you? The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with: $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement 17.5% leave loading $1,200 Clothing Allowance Competitive remuneration package Salary packaging options Free emergency ambulance cover Free first aid training Are you ready to change lives? To apply for this exciting opportunity please select "Apply Now". Alternatively, if you have any questions please contact Jenna Childs via email at Applications close on Friday 1st November at 6pm. St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants. Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position. St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John #J-18808-Ljbffr