- Payroll Officer | Hybrid | Adelaide CBDLocation: Adelaide CBD (Hybrid Arrangements)Work Type: Full Time, Temporary Industry: Aged Care / HealthcareWe are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Officer to join a leading Aged Care provider based in the heart of Adelaide CBD. This is a critical role ensuring our hardworking frontline staff are paid accurately and on time.Initially offered as a full time temporary contract, this position has a stronPayroll Officer | Hybrid | Adelaide CBDLocation: Adelaide CBD (Hybrid Arrangements)Work Type: Full Time, Temporary Industry: Aged Care / HealthcareWe are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Officer to join a leading Aged Care provider based in the heart of Adelaide CBD. This is a critical role ensuring our hardworking frontline staff are paid accurately and on time.Initially offered as a full time temporary contract, this position has a stron
- Randstad is currently recruiting experienced Payroll Administrators for a well known State Government department located within Adelaide's CBD.The duration of assignments being 3-6 months with a high view for extension. Days of work will be Monday-Friday. Pay rates for these roles are between $43-45 per hour plus Super. If you have a background in Payroll we would love to hear from you!About the Role:Key Responsibilities:Assist in the process of end-to-enRandstad is currently recruiting experienced Payroll Administrators for a well known State Government department located within Adelaide's CBD.The duration of assignments being 3-6 months with a high view for extension. Days of work will be Monday-Friday. Pay rates for these roles are between $43-45 per hour plus Super. If you have a background in Payroll we would love to hear from you!About the Role:Key Responsibilities:Assist in the process of end-to-en
- About our client:Randstad is proud to be partnering with our client who are an ASX-Listed national business and household name to recruit a permanent Payroll Officer into their large team. This is a truly exceptional opportunity to join a business that provides industry leading training and development along with a demonstrated history of internally progressing their employees.What’s on offer?Full-time and permanent roleHybrid working arrangements - 2 daysAbout our client:Randstad is proud to be partnering with our client who are an ASX-Listed national business and household name to recruit a permanent Payroll Officer into their large team. This is a truly exceptional opportunity to join a business that provides industry leading training and development along with a demonstrated history of internally progressing their employees.What’s on offer?Full-time and permanent roleHybrid working arrangements - 2 days
- About our client:Randstad is pleased to be partnering with our client who are a leading national business based in Brisbane’s Northern suburbs. To assist them during a busy period they are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join them on a 6 month fixed-term basis to provide support with reconciliation work using Excel.What’s on offer?Generous salary on offer - Up to $90K + SuperReport into a highly experienced and approachable Payroll ManagerBrisbane’s NorAbout our client:Randstad is pleased to be partnering with our client who are a leading national business based in Brisbane’s Northern suburbs. To assist them during a busy period they are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join them on a 6 month fixed-term basis to provide support with reconciliation work using Excel.What’s on offer?Generous salary on offer - Up to $90K + SuperReport into a highly experienced and approachable Payroll ManagerBrisbane’s Nor
- This is a focused role within the Finance Department, responsible for efficiently managing the combined payroll and accounts payable functions. The position requires a reliable individual with practical experience in processing high-volume finance transactions and ensuring regulatory compliance.Core Job Functions:Weekly Payroll Execution: Manage the complete weekly payroll cycle, including accurate data entry, complex calculations, processing of statutoryThis is a focused role within the Finance Department, responsible for efficiently managing the combined payroll and accounts payable functions. The position requires a reliable individual with practical experience in processing high-volume finance transactions and ensuring regulatory compliance.Core Job Functions:Weekly Payroll Execution: Manage the complete weekly payroll cycle, including accurate data entry, complex calculations, processing of statutory
- A leading community services provider is seeking a high-calibre Senior Payroll Officer to support a workforce of over 1,500 staff during a period of significant organisational transformation. In an environment where Australian payroll is a critical risk mitigation function, this role offers the opportunity to lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure a About the RoleAs the Senior Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for assisting in all areasA leading community services provider is seeking a high-calibre Senior Payroll Officer to support a workforce of over 1,500 staff during a period of significant organisational transformation. In an environment where Australian payroll is a critical risk mitigation function, this role offers the opportunity to lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure a About the RoleAs the Senior Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for assisting in all areas
- Randstad is proud to be partnering with our client who are a well-known Australian business based in Brisbane’s Northern suburbs. Due to business growth they are seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to join their small team in this newly created position.What’s on offer?Full-time and permanent role with the option to work a 9-day fortnightReport into a down-to-earth, approachable and highly experienced Payroll ManagerBrisbane Northside location with free onsitRandstad is proud to be partnering with our client who are a well-known Australian business based in Brisbane’s Northern suburbs. Due to business growth they are seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to join their small team in this newly created position.What’s on offer?Full-time and permanent role with the option to work a 9-day fortnightReport into a down-to-earth, approachable and highly experienced Payroll ManagerBrisbane Northside location with free onsit
- Seeking a HR "IT-savvy" professional to take full ownership of our clients workforce lifecycle—from roster planning to payroll processing. Supporting 130 employees and reporting to the HR Manager, this role is perfect for someone who enjoys autonomy and accountability, with a keen eye for identifying trends and patterns within data. Key Responsibilities:Lead the planning of rosters to ensure compliance with contractual staffing needs.Manage all roster chanSeeking a HR "IT-savvy" professional to take full ownership of our clients workforce lifecycle—from roster planning to payroll processing. Supporting 130 employees and reporting to the HR Manager, this role is perfect for someone who enjoys autonomy and accountability, with a keen eye for identifying trends and patterns within data. Key Responsibilities:Lead the planning of rosters to ensure compliance with contractual staffing needs.Manage all roster chan
- Our Client is a growing business with an encouraging team environment that appreciates and rewards hard, consistent and diligent work. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable/Payroll Officer to join their team. Would suit someone who has had exposure to the construction industry. About You:Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly in ExcelStrong interpersonal and communicationOur Client is a growing business with an encouraging team environment that appreciates and rewards hard, consistent and diligent work. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable/Payroll Officer to join their team. Would suit someone who has had exposure to the construction industry. About You:Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly in ExcelStrong interpersonal and communication
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- payroll officer jobs - permanent: in a permanent payroll officer job, you work for the same company indefinitely. You are assured of job security.
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- payroll officer jobs - temporary: in a temporary position, you work as a payroll officer short-term. You can build your skills in payroll management without a long-term commitment.
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about payroll officer jobs
As a payroll officer, your primary role is to administer payroll. Your duties include calculating employee salaries, preparing and remitting statutory deductions, and making payroll reports. You collect employees’ information relevant to payroll processing and ensure compliance with company policies in payroll preparation.
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If you are interested in becoming a payroll officer, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our payroll officer job profile.
While there are no educational requirements for becoming a payroll officer, having vocational qualifications improves your employment prospects. Pursue a Certificate III in accounts administration or a diploma in payroll services to prepare you for the role. If you want to advance your career, pursue a bachelor’s degree in human resources management or business administration.
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