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 diverse 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
Valuable 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 chance, we’d love to hear from you.

📌 Payroll Officer Adelaide (Australia)
🏢 MansfieldRecruitment
📍 Australia