Job Description

Payroll Officer

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- Full-time permanent position based in Adelaide
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- Support a workforce that helps deliver life-saving services across South Australia and the Northern Territory
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- Attractive remuneration and salary packaging benefits
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About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT)

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The Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT is a leading provider of aeromedical retrieval and primary health care services, delivering essential healthcare to people living, working and travelling across remote, rural and regional South Australia and the Northern Territory.

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Guided by our values of Care, Integrity, Collaboration and Innovation, we foster a culture where our people are empowered to make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.

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About this Opportunity

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We are seeking an experienced and customer-focused Payroll Officer to join our People, Culture & Environment team.

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Reporting to the Payroll Services Manager, this role is responsible for supporting the delivery of accurate and timely payroll services across the organisation. You will contribute to a broad range of payroll functions, ensuring employees are paid correctly, records are maintained accurately, and payroll processes meet legislative and organisational requirements.

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Key responsibilities include:

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- Supporting the processing of fortnightly payroll and related reconciliations.
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- Managing payroll transactions including employee commencements, departures, leave, allowances and salary adjustments.
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- Assisting with month-end,



end-of-financial-year and Fringe Benefits Tax administration.
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- Providing advice and support on payroll-related policies, awards and employment conditions.
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- Preparing payroll reports and responding to employee payroll enquiries.
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- Maintaining payroll records and ensuring employee data integrity.
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- Supporting payroll system enhancements, testing activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
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- Assisting with superannuation, salary packaging and compliance reporting requirements.
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About You

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You are a highly organised payroll professional who values accuracy, confidentiality and exceptional customer service. You enjoy building positive working relationships and can confidently manage competing priorities in a energetic environment.

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You will bring:

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- Minimum 2 years' experience in a payroll administration or payroll officer role.
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- Experience using iCHRIS/CHRIS21 is highly desirable.
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- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate outcomes.
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- Experience using payroll and human resource information systems.
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- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
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- Well-developed analytical,



organisational and problem-solving skills.
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- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.
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- A proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
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- Experience working within a not-for-profit environment will be highly regarded.
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Our Benefits

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As part of our team, you will be supported to achieve your best while contributing to work that genuinely impacts communities across Australia.

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We offer:

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- Generous salary packaging options (up to $15,899 + $2,650 meal & entertainment).
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- Competitive remuneration.
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- Flexible work arrangements.
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- Employee Assistance Program.
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- Reward and recognition programs.
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- Learning and development opportunities.
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- Comprehensive onboarding program.
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Applications close at 11:59pm on 1st September 2026

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Please note we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the advertised closing date.

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The successful candidate will be required to complete relevant pre-employment checks, including criminal history screening, drug and alcohol testing, immunisation requirements, possession of a current Australian Driver's Licence and eligibility to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).

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The Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT is committed to building an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability and candidates from diverse backgrounds.

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📌 Payroll Officer (South Australia)
🏢 Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia
📍 South Australia