Temporary Payroll and Finance Administrator Role Until June 2027

Your new company
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced AO3 – Project Costing Officer to join a Queensland Government department on a temporary contract based in Nerang. This role is responsibleensuring employees and contractors are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll policies, industrial instruments, and audit requirements, and providing effective payroll support to operational teams and employees.
Your new role
Key duties and responsibilities will include:

- Process employee and contractor timesheets, wages, allowances, overtime and entitlements
- Manage leave applications, schedule changes and outstanding payroll submissions
- Complete payroll reconciliations, reporting and compliance checks
- Resolve payroll queries and maintain accurate records for audit purposes.
- Provide payroll advice and support audits as required
- Assist with other finance duties, including AP, AR,



procurement and project-related expense accruals

What you'll need to succeed

- Solid attention to detail and accuracy
- Knowledge of payroll systems, awards, entitlements, and timekeeping processes
- Excellent organisational and record-management skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
- Ability to analyse payroll data, identify errors, and resolve issues efficiently.
- Commitment to confidentiality, compliance, and continuous improvement

What you'll get in return

- Ongoing Temporary Queensland Government contract
- Competitive hourly rate
- In office parking
- Cooperative and supportive team culture
- Immediate start available

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send through an updated copy of your resume to Lauren Turbott at View email address on click.appcast.io .
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📌 Payroll and Finance Administrator (City of Gold Coast)
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📍 City of Gold Coast