payroll officer

You will be responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. You will manage the end-to-end processing of time sheets and maintain the integrity of the payroll database.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage time sheets, salary variations, and allowances.

• Process commencements, terminations, leave bookings, and deductions.

• Ensure all entries comply with relevant Awards and Enterprise Agreements.

• Maintain confidential personnel files in accordance with government legislation.

• Act as a point of contact for payroll inquiries, escalating complex issues to Senior Payroll Officers when required.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE:

• Background: Prior experience in finance, payroll, or financial auditing within large and complex organisations.

• Technical Skills: Highly computer savvy and confident working extensively with Excel spreadsheets.

• Analytical Mindset: Strong critical thinking skills, an investigative mindset, and the ability to gather and collate information from multiple sources.

• Volume & Detail: High attention to detail with the ability to perform repetitive, high-volume tasks accurately and independently.

• Audit Experience: Proven capability in undertaking audits, reconciliations, or complex leave-related processing.

WHAT IS OF OFFER:

• Pay Rate: $55 – $68.47 per hour + Superannuation

• Duration: 6-month contract

• Sector: Gain or build upon valuable Government experience.

• Environment: A collaborative, team-based culture with a focus on professional deadlines.

HOW TO APPLY / OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

If you meet the minimum requirements, please apply via the APPLY button below. All applications are kept strictly confidential. Suitable applicants will be contacted by phone to discuss the role and determine suitability. Successful applicants will commence our registration process which may include; face to face interview, reference checking. Once registration is complete, we will finalise your application with our client

ABOUT RANDSTAD

We believe that creating the best solutions in HR services means always doing more and going further. We take the time to understand the needs of both our clients and candidates - both immediate, and looking to how we can support your future requirements. We know that the better we know you, the better we can meet your needs and exceed your expectations. At Randstad, we pride ourselves on our core values (to know, serve and trust), which we summarise through our philosophy 'good to know you'. Find out more at randstad.com.au.

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.

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.