payroll officer.

• Paying $53.67 + super
• Blacktown location with hybrid working flexibility
• Temp contract until 31st July 2026 with possible extension

About the Role

Our client is a NSW government organisation based in Blacktown. They are currently seeking a Payroll Administrator to come in and work with them on a temp contract until 31st July 2026.

Candidates for this role must have:

• Experience in and knowledge of payroll operations or a Certificate in a relevant field such as Human Resources, Finance or Business Administration

• Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations

• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll systems

Key responsibilities:

• Timesheet & Cost Allocation: Encode timesheets and allocate hours to correct cost codes based on Supervisor advice.
• Payroll Verification & Compliance: Verify and correct check payrolls to ensure compliance with Enterprise Agreements, Flexibility Agreements, and Council policies.
• Data Entry & Master File Maintenance: Prepare and input payroll and master file entries accurately into the system.
• Reconciliation & Adjustments: Reconcile the weekly payroll, prepare payroll vouchers, and review adjustment and termination pay calculations.
• Query & Correspondence Handling: Provide prompt, professional responses to all internal and external payroll inquiries and correspondence.
• Reporting & Compliance: Complete and submit required statistical returns within designated timeframes.
• Operational Support: Manage volunteers (if required) and perform other directed duties consistent with Council operations.

About You

You will be an experienced Payroll Administrator with proven experience and reliability in previous positions.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Experience in and knowledge of payroll operations or a Certificate in a relevant field such as Human Resources, Finance or Business Administration
• Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations
• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll systems

What’s in it for you?
Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:

• Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
• 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
• Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
• Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.