Payroll Officer
Hudson Australia
Ready to bring your payroll expertise to a dynamic and purpose-driven People and Culture team?
Position Details
Location: Canberra (WFH flexible - 2 days from home)
Type: Non-ongoing (up to 12 months) with potential for permanency
Salary: $84,228 - $91,809 + 15.4% superannuation
Clearance: Australian Citizenship and Police Check required
We're on the lookout for a highly motivated Payroll Officer to support critical people operations within a leading federal government institution. You'll play a key role in delivering responsive and compliant payroll services, contributing to the strength of a workplace culture grounded in excellence, inclusion, and collaboration.
Why You'll Love This Role
Join a supportive and values-driven People & Culture team
Flexible hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home - with options)
Contribute to a mission-led organisation with a strong internal culture
Be part of a division that supports innovation, risk management and best practice in people and operations
What You'll Do
Deliver end-to-end payroll processing using Aurion (or similar HRIS)
Provide timely, accurate responses to employee payroll and entitlement queries
Interpret APS legislation and workplace agreements with confidence
Support audits, reporting and system improvement initiatives
Collaborate across HR functions to streamline processes and ensure data accuracy
What You Bring
2-3+ years of APS payroll experience - you know the ins and outs of federal government payroll processes
Hands-on experience with Aurion or a similar HRIS
Ability to interpret and apply APS legislation and employment instruments
Strong judgement, initiative, and customer-first communication style
Proven experience juggling deadlines and handling sensitive information with discretion
Eligibility
Applicants must be Australian citizens and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. A National Police Check will be required.
Apply now to take the next step in your APS career.
For confidential enquiries, reach out to [email protected].