Salary: Level 3/4 $89,464 -$104,044 (pro-rata) per annum + 12% Superannuation

Part-time | 0.6 FTE (22.5 hours per week)

The Parliamentary Services Department (PSD) has an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced Payroll Officer to join our collaborative Human Resources team on a part-time basis. This role offers the opportunity to deliver end-to-end payroll services for Members and employees of the Parliament of Western Australia.

About the Role

Working within a small and supportive team, you will be responsible for providing accurate and timely end-to-end payroll services for approximately 350 staff and Members of Parliament using the Micropay payroll system. You will contribute to payroll compliance activities, Single Touch Payroll reporting, superannuation processing, reconciliations, leave auditing and end-of-financial-year payroll processes while providing a high level of customer service to employees and stakeholders.

About You

You are a highly organised payroll professional with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to customer service. You enjoy working in a collaborative environment, can manage competing priorities and are confident interpreting policies, procedures and industrial instruments while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Applicants must demonstrate a willingness to support and embrace PSD’s Values and meet the following selection criteria:

Essential:

1. Demonstrated experience in the accurate processing of payroll.

2. At least 3 years’ experience in a similar payroll position.

3. Sound knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation and employment conditions.

4.



Understanding of basic accounting principles, standards and practices including banking processes.

5. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

6. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer focus.

7. Excellent organisation and time management skills.

8. Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information and act with discretion.

9. Proven ability to interpret and apply industrial instruments, legislation, policies and procedures.

Highly Desirable:

1. Experience with Micropay or a similar payroll system.

2. Experience using a records management system.

3. Experience with ConnX (HRIS).

What We Offer

The Parliamentary Services Department provides a range of attractive employment benefits, including:

- Amazing West Perth location close to Kings Park

- Supportive team culture

- Free on-site parking

- Access to professional development opportunities

- Employee Assistance Program (including access for immediate family members)

- Health and wellbeing policy and initiatives

- Study assistance opportunities

- Access to an on-site gymnasium

- Subsidised staff cafeteria

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit:

- A completed Application for Employment form





- A statement addressing the selection criteria detailed in the Job Description (maximum two pages)

- A current CV (maximum four pages), outlining relevant skills and experience

A job description and application form can be downloaded from the careers page at http://www.parliament.wa.gov.au, or by clicking "Apply".

Applications must be submitted to **@parliament.wa.gov.au by 4.00pm Friday 31 July 2026

Eligibility and Enquiries

Please note you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a Current Zealand citizen with a special category visa, to apply for this role.

For further job-related information: please contact Ms. Tina Hunter, Human Resources Manager on (08) 9222-7869 or e‑mail *******@parliament.wa.gov.au.

Equity and Diversity

The Parliament of Western Australia values diversity and champions the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce that reflects our community, and to making Parliament an inclusive and supportive workplace, free of discrimination.

We encourage all suitable people of any age, sex, gender, family status or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including First Nations people, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with any form of disability.

We will provide reasonable adjustments to allow people with a disability to participate effectively in the recruitment process. Reasonable adjustments can also be made to assist you in the job, if you are successful in gaining employment. Please contact Human Resources to discuss your needs.

📌 Payroll Officer (Perth)
🏢 Australian Department of Parliamentary Services
📍 Perth