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Payroll Officer

Harris Park, New South WalesFull-time2026-11-09 → 2026-11-12

Core

Deliver accurate, compliant payroll services and resolve a substantial payroll backlog for a NSW Government organisation.

Role type

Senior Payroll Officer (Government)

Builds

Accurate payroll runs, compliance reports, and improved payroll processes

Domain

Public Sector / Payroll

Required skills

End-to-end payroll processing, payroll legislation compliance, payroll technology platforms (Dayforce), stakeholder partnership, process improvement, backlog resolution, accurate reporting, reconciliation

Preferred skills

Experience in medium to large organisations, strong attention to detail, problem-solving

Technologies

Dayforce

Responsibilities

Process end-to-end payroll activities accurately and within required deadlines using Dayforce; Manage payroll enquiries and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner; Partner with HR, Finance, Tax, IT, Legal, Benefits and Audit teams to ensure payroll compliance and operational effectiveness; Deliver accurate payroll reporting and support reconciliations as required; Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance payroll efficiency and data accuracy; Coordinate activities associated with payroll backlog resolution and system-related improvements

Seniority

Experienced, hands-on IC