Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer

Contract Type:

Full Time Contract

Location:

Adelaide - South Australia

Industry:

Accounting & Finance

Consultant:

Jacqui Davey

Contact:

jacqui@mansfieldandco.com.au

Date Published:

26-Aug-2026

Who's hiring?
We’re partnering with an organisation in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to support their team for an initial 3-month temporary contract.

This is a varied role responsible for the accurate and timely processing of end-to-end payroll across multiple awards. You’ll also assist employees and managers with payroll queries, maintain accurate employee information and help resolve any discrepancies.

A typical week might see you:
  • Processing end-to-end payroll accurately and on time
  • Reviewing timesheets and correcting time and attendance errors
  • Maintaining payroll records for new starters and employee changes
  • Processing deductions, allowances, leave and pay adjustments
  • Interpreting and applying multiple awards and relevant pay conditions
  • Investigating payroll discrepancies and responding to employee queries
  • Assisting managers with timesheet and payroll-related issues
  • Completing payroll reporting and reconciliations
  • Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes
  • Maintaining confidentiality across all employee and payroll information
To be successful, you’ll have:
  • Previous end-to-end payroll processing experience
  • Confidence working across multiple awards
  • Good knowledge of payroll legislation and relevant employee entitlements
  • Dayforce experience would be highly regarded
  • Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Good Excel and broader Microsoft Office skills
  • The ability to manage deadlines and resolve payroll queries promptly
  • A helpful and professional approach when communicating with employees and managers
What’s in it for you?
  • ASAP start
  • Initial 3-month temporary contract
  • Varied end-to-end payroll responsibilities
  • Eastern suburbs location
  • Join a collaborative and supportive team
If you’re available immediately and looking for your next payroll opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
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