Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a supportive, upbeat and genuinely great team? We’re on the lookout for a Payroll Officer who is eager to learn, grow and contribute to a workplace that values people as much as performance.
Experience in payroll is highly regarded but absolutely not essential. If you can demonstrate a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and a passion for delivering excellent service, we’ll help you build the rest.
What you’ll be doing
* Assisting with end-to-end payroll processing
* Providing friendly, accurate support to employees and stakeholders
* Maintaining payroll records with precision and care
* Managing deadlines and tasks effectively to keep payroll running smoothly
* Helping ensure compliance with relevant legislation and company policies
* Contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture
What you’ll bring
* Strong attention to detail – you spot the things others might miss
* Excellent time management – you prioritise well and stay on top of deadlines
* Great organisational skills – you keep processes flowing efficiently
* Outstanding communication & customer service – you’re approachable, clear, and supportive
* A solid work ethic – you take pride in doing things well
* A willingness to learn and grow in the payroll space
Why you’ll love working with us
* Base salary between $76,948.44 and $88,899.69 (depending on skills and experience) + 13% superannuation
* Permanent/full-time
* Monthly rostered day off
We care about your wellbeing and work–life balance. Enjoy a central location, leave loading, purchased leave options, and staff perks like flu shots, skin check reimbursement, EAP counselling, and training opportunities.
Ready to apply?
Apply via the “Apply Now” button and include:
• your current resume
• a 1-2 page cover letter outlining your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.
Important: Applications submitted directly through SEEK won’t be considered. Please lodge your application via Apply Now – City of Clarence.
To arrange a confidential conversation to discuss the role, please email Hannah Pizzoni (Lead Payroll) on ********@ccc.tas.gov.au.
Position Description
Download the position description here: Payroll Officer.
Our commitment to our community
We’re dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and we actively support their participation as valued members of our community.
Council has zero tolerance for child or youth abuse and harm. We prioritise safety in every interaction and report any conduct of concern. You can read more in our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.
To be offered this position, you’ll need to complete and satisfactorily pass a pre-employment assessment process. This includes (but isn’t limited to) a WWVP check, conviction checks, identification checks, and checks relating to any prior disciplinary action.
We’re also an equal opportunity employer and a smoke-free workplace. Please note that random alcohol and drug testing forms part of employment with Clarence City Council.
Applications on Tuesday, 24 March 2026.