Adelaide Festival Centre Trust
Job reference:
******
Location:
**** - ADELAIDE
Job status:
Short Term Contract
Eligibility:
Open to Everyone
Fixed term part time position at 0.8
FTE
Working 30 hours per week
Unique opportunity | Adelaide CBD
Base Salary $55,401 (Part-Time) plus 12%
Superannuation
About Adelaide Festival Centre
Established in ****, Adelaide Festival Centre is South
Australia's principal performing arts venue and a leading
Asia-Pacific cultural centre.
We present a bold, diverse program of festivals, events and
performances year-round — inspiring, educating and entertaining
audiences of all ages and cultures.
As the home of the performing arts in South Australia, we're
proud to deliver exceptional experiences for audiences, artists and
partners, while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace
for our team.
Adelaide Festival Centre operates four major venues in the
Adelaide CBD - Festival Theatre, Dunstan Playhouse, Space Theatre
and Her Majesty's Theatre
About the Role
The Assistant Payroll Officer supports the accurate and timely
processing of payroll in compliance with Australian workplace
legislation, including the Fair Work Act, Australian Tax Office
requirements and superannuation obligations.
This role assists in maintaining payroll records, ensuring
employee data is accurate and up to date, and supporting the
correct calculation of employee entitlements and statutory
obligations such as PAYG withholding and superannuation
contributions. The Assistant Payroll Officer provides payroll
administration support, responds to employee payroll enquiries, and
contributes to the efficient operation of payroll and finance
functions.
The role also supports payroll reporting, record management,
system maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives to
ensure payroll processes remain accurate, compliant, and
effective.
Available in a part time (0.8 FTE) capacity for a 1-year
contract.
Key Responsibilities




Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll
across fortnightly pay cycles
Maintain accurate employee payroll records and update
payroll information as required
Support compliance with relevant awards, enterprise
agreements, policies, and legislative requirements
Assist in the calculation and processing of employee
entitlements, including leave, superannuation, and taxation
obligations
Respond to payroll-related enquiries from employees and
escalate complex issues where required
Assist with payroll reconciliations and the preparation of
payroll reports for finance and management
Support payroll system maintenance, testing, and process
improvement initiatives
Assist with payroll audits and ensure accurate
record-keeping and documentation
Work collaboratively with the Senior Payroll Officer,
Finance team, and other stakeholders to ensure payroll accuracy
and efficiency
Provide administrative support for payroll-related projects
and compliance activities as required
Skills & Experience
Proven experience in an assistant payroll position with
strong computer skills
Sound knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance
requirements (SA Government an advantage)
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with MicrOpay (payroll system)
Ability to manage confidential information with
integrity
Why Join Us?
Adelaide Festival Centre employs more than 400 staff across
areas including production, staging, hospitality, marketing,
programming,



patron services and corporate services.
When you join our team, you'll help bring the arts to life in
the Festival State while working in a vibrant cultural
environment.
Our staff benefits include:
$15 staff tickets to performances across our venues
10% discount at Festival Centre food and beverage
outlets
Flexible working arrangements
Free annual flu vaccination
Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Bring Your Dog to Work Day
Breastfeeding-friendly workplace
Approved Child Safe Environment
Our Commitment
Adelaide Festival Centre is located on Kaurna Yarta. We
acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Custodians of the
Adelaide Plains and honour their ongoing connection to land and
culture.
We are committed to reconciliation and inclusion through our
Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan and strive to be an employer of
choice for First Nations people.
We are proud to be an equal prospect employer and welcome
applications from people of all backgrounds.
Applications
If you are a motivated emerging talent in the payroll field
looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear
from you.
Please submit:
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
Your current resume
For more information and a copy of the position description,
visit the
Join Us
page on our website. All
applications will be treated in strict confidence. Enquires can be
directed to Tara Pridham, Corporate Systems and Payroll Manager via
email to tara.pridham @adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au
Please apply via SEEK. Applications close
Monday 10
August at 4:00pm
*Previous applicants need not apply*
Applications close:
10/08/2026 4:00 PM
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

📌 Assistant Payroll Officer (Adelaide)
🏢 Adelaide Festival Centre Trust
📍 Adelaide