Payroll Officer

  • Australia
  • Adelaide
  • Contract
  • Negotiable
  • Payroll Officer experienced with Preceda
  • Initial contract up until December 2025
  • Adelaide Based Position

This role will manage fortnightly payroll using Preceda as well as process payroll for a national mix of permanent and casual staff covered by SCHADS, Clerks, and Hospitality awards. The position reports to the HR Manager and is critical to delivering consistent, accurate payroll as the organisation embarks on a system replacement.

Responsibilities:

  • Running fortnightly payroll using Preceda for employees across multiple awards
  • Processing new hires, terminations, leave, and pay adjustments
  • Ensuring compliance with ATO, STP, superannuation, and Fair Work requirements
  • Answering payroll-related queries from employees and internal teams
  • Supporting award interpretation, especially SCHADS, Clerks, and Hospitality Awards
  • Assisting with payroll reporting, reconciliations, and audits
  • Contributing to knowledge sharing during the organisation’s payroll system transition

Qualifications:

  • Strong, hands-on experience using Preceda (essential)
  • Solid understanding of modern awards and payroll legislation in Australia
  • Ability to operate confidently in a shared services environment
  • High attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
  • Professional communication skills and a collaborative approach
  • Availability to start quickly and remain through December 2025

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