Payroll Coordinator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Nov 2026

Provide high-quality payroll and people administration support to a busy department. 9 month contract, based in Canberra but worked majority from home

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Payroll Officer - Hybrid WFH

at Berry Street

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$92K - $97K + Super & Salary Packaging pro rata

Generous salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
A culture that values and supports professional development
17.5% leave loading to make your time off even more rewarding!

Flexible part-time payroll role with hybrid work, great benefits and meaningful work that makes a difference.

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Payroll Officer (fixed term to May 2028)

at Transdev Australasia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Competitive salary

💰 Manage end-to-end payroll for a diverse workforce across Australia
📊 Build your expertise in payroll, awards interpretation, and compliance
🤝 Join a collaborative team supporting the people who keep communities moving

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Officer to join our Shared Services Team in Sydney until May 2028.

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Payroll Officer

at Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Epping, Sydney NSW

$88,000 – $90,000 + 12% Super + NFP Tax Benefits

Opportunity to work for one of Australia’s leading aged care providers
Diverse and Inclusive Workplace culture with supportive leadership
Attractive employee discounts and much more

If you are an organised and enthusiastic Payroll Officer who takes pride in accuracy, efficiency and providing great service, apply now!

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Payroll Officer

at West Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

South West & M5 Corridor, Sydney NSW

Respected & reputable brand name
Convenient location - Accessible by public transport
Small Payroll Team

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation | Temp-to-perm role

Recruited byKate Cvetanoska

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Payroll Officer

at Southern Cross Care WA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rivervale, Perth WA

Access our salary packaging of up to $18,550 p.a.

Flexible WFH hybrid environment
Professional development and growth
Corporate Health Insurance discount

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Officer who ideally have Payglobal experience as the department expands.

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Payroll (Redundancy Calculations)

at SustainRecruit

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Remote)

Competative hourly rate

Short term temporary assignment
100% remote
$56 per hour including super | Immediate Start

We're looking for an experienced Payroll or HR Administrator to support a short-term project focused specifically on redundancy calculations.

3d ago

Listed two days ago

HR & Payroll temp 4 months

at Sharp & Carter HR NSW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$45 - $65ph + Super

Immediate start, temporary assignment
A mix of payroll reconciliation and broad HR support
Open on level, so senior candidates are welcom

Immediate temp role across HR and payroll. Suits an HR Advisor with strong payroll exposure, or a payroll specialist who enjoys broader HR work.

Recruited byBeth Fennah

2d ago

Listed ten hours ago

Payroll Officer

at Cardinia Shire Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Officer, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC

$79, 608 - $89,703+ super | Full-Time Maximum Term (until May 2027)
Play a critical role supporting more than 700 employees
Great expsoure to working in local government

Great opportunity to utiise your payroll skills in a supportive small team environment and to gain exposure to local government.

10h ago

Listed two days ago

AO3 Payroll Services Officer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$53.56 per hour plus 12% super

Process and validate end-to-end payroll transactions for a QLD Government Department. Brisbane CBD contract to June 2027, $53.56/hr + 12% super.

Recruited byPerry Flynn

2d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Payroll Officer

at Professional Search Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

South Perth, Perth WA

AUD 55 - 60 per hour

If you're an experienced payroller looking for a short term opportunity over the Christmas and New Year period, I'd love to hear from you.

14h ago

Listed ten hours ago

Payroll Officer

at TwoScots Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$45 - $55 p.h. + Super

Competitive hourly rate Richmond location - close to public transport Temporary opportunity with WFH flexibility

10h ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Payroll Services Manager

at Fire Rescue Victoria

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$154,571 – $166,062 p.a. plus superannuation

Lead FRV's payroll function, driving operational excellence
Provide strategic leadership and governance of payroll systems
Play a key role in shaping the future of payroll services

The Senior Payroll Services Manager is responsible for acting as the functional owner of payroll systems and services across FRV

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Payroll Advisor

at Cenitex

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

VPS 4.1: $100,894 - $114,476 (plus 12% super)

A full time, fixed term, 12 month, hybrid, CBD based role
Make a difference in an agency that supports the Victorian community
Great opportunity for payroll professionals with solid CHRIS 21 experience

Payroll Advisor, ongoing VPS 4.1 (CHRIS21) providing expert payroll advice and assistance to enhance the customer experience for all Cenitex Employees

2d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Payroll Officer

at Australian Financial Complaints Authority Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Great payroll is about more than getting the numbers right.
Support payroll from end to end & be a trusted point of contact for our people.
This is a 12 month contract position.

We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to join our Finance team within Corporate Services.

14h ago

Listed twenty four days ago

HR Advisor

at Blue Wren Executive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Prestons, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$82,000 – $85,000 per year

Payroll focused HR role where you’ll also build hands-on experience in HR & WHS
$85K + Super, plus a bonus when you complete the 9 month contract $$$
2 days WFH. FT hours with flexible start & finish times (7am-9am start options)

Payroll and HR Advisor role for a 9-month fixed-term contract with broad HR and WHS exposure. Report to an amazing HR leader.

24d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Senior Payroll Officer

at Clarity Partners

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

$120K–$130K + super

Competitive Salary – $120K–$130K + super.
Flexible Working – Up to 2 days WFH and a fortnightly nominated day off.
Career Opportunity – Join an international offshore energy organisation.

Senior Payroll Officer opportunity in offshore energy. $120K–$130K + super, Perth CBD, flexible working and a 9–12-month contract.

Recruited byOllie Lansdowne

1d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Payroll Officer

at Sharp & Carter Accounting Clerical Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$90,000 - $100,000 + Super

Ongoing Contract Approx Six Months
CBD Location / Hybrid Flexibility
Short Notice Start Preferred

Our client is looking for a payroll officer to join their team on an ongoing contract

Recruited byAshling Purcell

24d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen days ago

Payroll Officer

at KING Living

This is a Contract/Temp job

Turrella, Sydney NSW

Multi-region payroll contract role at a globally recognised Australian brand.
Gain exposure to SAP SuccessFactors implementation and systems change.
Onsite barista, generous discounts, onsite parking & People team culture.

Global payroll contract with real breadth — 12 months at King Living's Sydney Design & Support Centre during a period of exciting growth.

17d ago

Listed eight days ago

Payroll Specialist

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

12-month fixed term contract
Up to $112,741k plus 17% superannuation
Flexible work arrangements, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Join our Payroll team as a Payroll Specialist and play a key role in delivering accurate, timely and compliant payroll services across the University.

8d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Senior Payroll Officer - 6 Months temp Role - Remote work

at Dayforce Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

Immediate start and competitive hourly rate of pay!
Remote Flexible working arrangements
Positive , Friendly and Rewarding Work Environment

Experienced Senior Payroll Officer to start remote work for a 6 months temporary role ; immediate start required.

21d ago

Listed ten hours ago

Senior Payroll Officer

at Perigon Group Pty Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Senior Payroll Officer - 3 month temporary contract
Immediate Start & handover
Competitive hourly rate pay

3-Month temporary contract | Senior Payroll Officer | MicrOpay | Immediate Start | Brisbane

Recruited byRhiannon Jay

10h ago

Listed one day ago

Payroll Officer

at The Next Step

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wacol, Brisbane QLD

Wacol site-based role
Iconic Australian household brand backed by global food giant
12 month fixed term contract

This is an opportunity to join an established business where payroll plays a critical role in supporting its people and day-to-day operations.

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Dayforce Payroll Officer

at Scalabrini Communities Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Chatswood, Sydney NSW

Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 per year to increase your take-home pay.
An additional six days of leave per year.
A supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.

Join Scalabrini as a Dayforce Payroll Officer!

1d ago

Listed nine days ago