Are you an experienced Payroll Officer looking for your next opportunity in the South Australian Government sector? We’re seeking two highly motivated individuals to join a fast-paced and supportive payroll team based in Adelaide CBD. If you thrive in a high-volume environment, have strong attention to detail, and enjoy working collaboratively, this full-time temporary role could be the perfect fit for you.

About Us

Adecco is one of the world’s leading workforce solutions providers, trusted by government and private sector clients across Australia. We specialise in connecting skilled professionals with meaningful opportunities, offering dedicated support throughout the recruitment process. With a strong presence in the public sector, we’re committed to helping you find roles that align with your experience and career goals.

Responsibilities

• Process fortnightly payroll for shared sector employees accurately and on time.
• Handle complex payroll queries with professionalism and efficiency.
• Perform data entry and process pay-related transactions, including system changes and pay files.
• Accurately input and manage master data, timesheet coding, and leave applications.
• Work towards daily processing targets while contributing to broader team goals.
• Communicate effectively with internal team members and external agency staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with relevant payroll procedures and standards.

Your Profile

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Officers to support a large South Australian government department. This is a 2-month full-time contract with the possibility of extension.

To be successful in this role, candidates will ideally have:

• Proven experience in payroll processing, preferably in a high-volume or public sector environment
• Experience using payroll systems (Chris21 experience is highly desirable)
• Excellent data entry skills and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to manage tasks such as timesheet coding, leave processing, and employee data maintenance
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Confidence in communicating with both internal teams and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work both independently and within a team
• A current National Police Clearance is mandatory

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced payroll team within the South Australian Government. The initial engagement is for 2 months, with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and business needs.

If you have the required skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact

For further information please contact:

📧 Email: [email protected]

Please ensure your application includes a resume and confirmation of a current National Police Clearance. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.