Job description
Payroll Officer – APS6 Equivalent
Until 30 June 2026 | Canberra
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Payroll Officer (APS6 equivalent) to join a high-performing government team delivering both day-to-day payroll operations and payroll-related project initiatives.
This role is offered through labour hire arrangements and is ideal for candidates who are confident working with complex payroll environments and have an interest in supporting business improvement and remediation activities.
About the Role
As a Payroll Officer, you will contribute to a range of payroll functions including end-to-end processing, compliance checking, data analysis, and system enhancements. You will also play a key role in supporting project work, including payroll remediation and process improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Until 30 June 2026 | Canberra
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Payroll Officer (APS6 equivalent) to join a high-performing government team delivering both day-to-day payroll operations and payroll-related project initiatives.
This role is offered through labour hire arrangements and is ideal for candidates who are confident working with complex payroll environments and have an interest in supporting business improvement and remediation activities.
About the Role
As a Payroll Officer, you will contribute to a range of payroll functions including end-to-end processing, compliance checking, data analysis, and system enhancements. You will also play a key role in supporting project work, including payroll remediation and process improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and review payroll transactions in line with legislation, policies and industrial instruments
- Contribute to payroll remediation activities, identifying errors and supporting correction processes
- Interpret and analyse payroll data, assisting in the preparation of reports and insights
- Support system testing and business improvements, including participation in user acceptance testing
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support service delivery and continuous improvement
- Maintain accurate records and ensure high levels of data integrity and confidentiality
- Proven experience in payroll processing within a complex or high-volume environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in data reconciliation
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to interpret legislation, policies, and agreements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll-related systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Desirable: Experience with Aurion payroll systems or similar enterprise platforms
- Security: Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
