Payroll Officer – Chris21 Specialist About the Opportunity A well-established organisation within Regional Victoria's water sector is seeking a Payroll Officer with strong Chris21 capability to support a complex and highly regulated payroll environment. This role suits someone who is confident working across enterprise agreements, unionised workforces, and operational rosters , with exposure to field-based teams typical of utilities. You'll be joining a business that plays a critical role in delivering essential services to local communities — where payroll accuracy and compliance are non-negotiable. Key Responsibilities End-to-end payroll processing using Chris21 payroll system Interpretation and application of EBAs, awards, and utility-specific conditions Manage payroll across diverse workforce groups, including: Field crews and operational staff Shift workers and on-call teams Corporate employees Process complex pay components: Overtime, penalties, allowances, loadings Backpay and adjustments Ensure compliance with: Fair Work legislation Superannuation, PAYG, and statutory obligations Perform payroll reconciliations, reporting, and audit preparation Partner with HR and Finance to resolve payroll queries and discrepancies Support continuous improvement of payroll processes and Chris21 system utilisation Key Requirements Demonstrated experience using Chris21 in a medium to large organisation Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and compliance frameworks Experience within regional organisations, utilities, or government environments highly regarded Proven capability working with: Enterprise agreements and unionised workforces Complex rostering and pay conditions High attention to detail and strong analytical/reconciliation skills Ability to work autonomously in a regional setting Desirable Experience Background in a water authority or essential services provider Exposure to payroll remediation, audits, or system upgrades Understanding of regional workforce dynamics (multi-site / depot-based teams) Why This Role Be part of a community-focused organisation delivering essential services Strong work-life balance typical of regional employers Opportunity to work in a stable, long-term environment Hybrid flexibility with regional office presence Next Steps If you're a Chris21 payroll specialist looking for a role in Regional Victoria where your expertise will have real impact, this opportunity is worth exploring.
