ASO2 Payroll Officer

ASO2 Payroll officer
Located in Adelaide
Client: SA Government department 
Employment Type: Casual contract, full time hours from 5th January 2026 - 8th March 2026.

Are you a dedicated payroll professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment? Our agency is currently seeking a highly organized and customer-focused Payroll Officer to join a reputable organization’s team in the heart of Adelaide. This casual position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your payroll expertise while supporting vital health services. If you thrive in fast-paced settings, excel at problem-solving, and possess excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you!

In this role, you will be responsible for processing payroll for medical and ambulance staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant regulations. You’ll develop a broad range of payroll skills, including master data entry, timesheet coding, and handling complex pay-related queries. Delivering exceptional customer service via phone and email, you’ll be an integral part of a collaborative team committed to meeting strict deadlines and achieving shared goals.

Key Skills Needed:

• Proven experience with payroll processing and administration
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) at an intermediate level
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Data entry speed of at least 40 words per minute
• Ability to handle high volumes of work in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated reliability and time management skills
• Experience with payroll systems such as Chris21 and work cover amendments (desirable)
• Prior customer service experience, ideally in a call centre setting

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with payroll systems such as Chris21
• Knowledge of medical or ambulance payroll processes
• Previous experience working in government or public health sectors

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Relevant qualifications in payroll administration, business, or a related field
• Previous payroll experience, particularly in health or government settings, is highly desirable
• Proven track record of maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines

Other Requirements:

• Current National Police Clearance (mandatory; to be provided upon offer)
• Ability to work from the designated office location in Adelaide CBD
• Commitment to upholding confidentiality and data security standards

This is an excellent opportunity to grow your payroll career within a supportive and professional environment. If you’re ready to contribute your skills to a vital public service team, apply now! Please submit your application by 11am on Tuesday, 30 December 2025 as part of your CV proof of National Police Clearance if available with your CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your career!

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.