Location: Melbourne,Victoria,Australia

Payroll Officer to Temp

Sharp & Carter Accounting Clerical

Melbourne VIC

Payroll (Accounting)

Contract/Temp

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10 week temporary assignment commencing 1st of June

40 to 50 per hour + super (depending on experience)

Full-time hours, CBD location, 5 days in the office

The Opportunity

An opportunity has become available for an experienced Payroll Assistant to join a national organisation on a 10 week temporary assignment.

Working closely with the Payroll team and reporting into Finance leadership, this role will support the preparation and processing of a fortnightly payroll across a national workforce as well as assisting with end to end payroll processing when needed.

This role will suit a detail-oriented payroll professional who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, you must also have previous experience using ADP Payforce.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting with the preparation and processing of fortnightly payroll

Entering new starters and employee changes into ADP Payforce

Processing casual timesheets and leave requests

Assisting with salary sacrifice and purchased leave calculations

Responding to payroll queries from staff nationally

Supporting payroll reconciliations and reporting

Maintaining electronic payroll records and employee files

Assisting with general payroll administration and ad-hoc tasks

About You

2+ years previous payroll administration or payroll officer experience

Experience using ADP Payforce is essential

Strong attention to detail and data accuracy

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Confident communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team

Must be available to commence on 1st of June

What’s on Offer

10 week temp assignment, starting 1st of June

Competitive hourly rate between 40 to 50 per hour + super

Supportive team environment with full handover provided

Exposure to a national payroll function

Stable full-time hours across the assignment

CBD location with train & tram options on your doorstep

Posted: 11-05-2026
Salary: 40 to 50 per hour

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How to apply?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Sarah Armstrong at sarmstrong@sharpandcarter.com.au

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