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Payroll Officer


Brisbane

Queensland Parliamentary Service is seeking a Payroll Officer to support the accurate and timely delivery of payroll and personnel administration services. This role involves processing payroll transactions, maintaining employee records, providing advice on remuneration and entitlements, and contributing to service improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have payroll experience, strong attention to detail, excellent customer service skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a collaborative team supporting a unique workplace at the heart of Queensland's democracy.

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group HR & Industrial Relations
Classification AO4
Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City
Job ad reference QLD/PAR26-94
Closing date 15-Sep-2026
Job duration Permanent
Contact person Megan Doolan
Contact details 07 3553 6442
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Do you have strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality payroll services? Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to a unique organisation at the heart of Queensland's democracy?

Queensland Parliamentary Service is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Payroll Officer to join our Payroll Services team. In this role, you will support the accurate and timely delivery of payroll and personnel administration services for employees across the Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Governor. Working in a dynamic environment, you will play an important role in ensuring employees, Members and stakeholders receive accurate remuneration and professional advice while contributing to the continuous improvement of payroll processes and services.

Key Objectives

  • Assist in the accurate and timely delivery of payroll and personnel administration services.
  • Support the administration of payroll transactions and employee records across the Parliamentary Service.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance payroll and personnel administration services.

Your Role

  • Administer daily payroll activities to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for Parliamentary Service employees, electorate staff and the Office of the Governor.
  • Process payroll transactions including appointments, employee record updates, separations, casual timesheets, overtime and higher duties payments.
  • Review and process electorate office casual timesheets and maintain records to ensure entitlement limits are not exceeded.
  • Assist in preparing documentation relating to salaries and allowances for Members of the Legislative Assembly in accordance with relevant legislation and policies.
  • Provide accurate and timely advice to Members, managers and employees regarding remuneration and entitlements.
  • Support payroll-related projects and initiatives that improve systems, processes and service delivery.
  • Contribute positively to the team environment and assist colleagues as required.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Experience processing payroll transactions using a payroll management system, Aurion or a similar system will be highly regarded.
  • Ability to interpret and apply payroll-related policies, procedures and entitlements, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.
  • Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities, work to strict deadlines and perform effectively in a busy environment.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What We Offer:

At Queensland Parliament you'll see democracy in action. You'll collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines, contribute to projects that matter, and build a career you're proud of, supported by leadership, mentoring and wellbeing initiatives. Explore what sets us apart below, then discover current opportunities and how to apply.

Find out more: Careers | Queensland Parliament

How to apply:

Applicants should submit a resume and a suitability statement via the SmartJobs website.

Your suitability statement (no more than two pages) should outline your suitability for the role, focusing on the experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities referenced in the Selection Criteria within the Role Description.

Applicants are encouraged to review the full information package and Role Description available on the SmartJobs website.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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