Join a local government organisation as a temporary Payroll Officer, managing end-to-end payroll across a varied workforce. You'll interpret awards and agreements, process employee changes and timesheets, resolve payroll queries, and ensure accurate, timely payments.

Client Details

A well-established public sector organisation providing a broad range of services to the local community. The organisation offers a structured, collaborative environment with a strong focus on service delivery and operational support.

Description

- Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on time
- Review timesheets, overtime, allowances and leave
- Interpret relevant awards and enterprise agreements
- Process new starters, employee changes and terminations
- Maintain accurate payroll and employee records
- Complete payroll reconciliations, reporting and audits
- Respond to employee payroll and entitlement queries
- Support broader finance or administration tasks as required

Profile

- Previous end-to-end payroll experience




- Robust knowledge of awards and enterprise agreements
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Confident managing payroll queries and deadlines
- Experience with payroll or HRIS systems
- Strong communication and stakeholder skills
- Able to work independently and prioritise effectively
- Local government or public sector experience highly regarded

Job Offer

- Competitive hourly rate of $40-$50 per hour + super
- Immediate-start temporary opportunity
- Potential for contract extension or a permanent position
- Supportive local government environment
- Varied end-to-end payroll responsibilities
- Candidates available immediately are strongly encouraged to apply

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Will Stafford at +61864306411.

📌 Payroll Officer (Perth)
🏢 MPAU Finance
📍 Perth