Role purpose

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 are 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, ability to manage competing deadlines with an aptitude to perform in a collaborative team environment. In addition, the role will demonstrate organisational ability and can 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 is looking for 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.

Key accountabilities

• Process salaries, superannuation, allowances, workers compensation payments and leave using the Aurion system.
• Provide excellent support to employees with payroll and related enquiries (ie. 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 has required - gathering and analysing data and presenting information.
• Provide support to employees on the Employee Self Service Module of Aurion.
• Establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to make appropriate personnel decisions.
• Assist in influencing and implementing business improvements including process and procedure improvement.
• Maintaining currency in subject matter expertise through on-going professional development and learning opportunities.
• Assist the APS6, Senior People and Culture Advisor with adhoc 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.

Eligibility 

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.

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.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under RecruitAbility you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under RecruitAbility; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the position.

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.

To apply

Applicants must include a 1-page pitch addressing their suitability for the role against the selection criteria. Applicants must also provide a resume and contact details for 2 referees. 

Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 2 March 2025.