We're seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Payroll Administrator to join this dynamic tertiary team during a busy and exciting time of transformation. This role is key to supporting the payroll function during a major merger and offers a unique opportunity to work with systems such as Service Cloud and PeopleSoft, handling high-volume processing in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Triage incoming payroll queries via Service Cloud and PeopleSoft, responding to routine enquiries and escalating complex matters. Accurately process payroll data including superannuation, salary sacrifice, deductions, backpays, off-cycle payments and terminations within required deadlines. Validate payroll data and participate in team checking to ensure accuracy of fortnightly pay runs. Identify and investigate anomalies such as incorrect payments, assist with developing repayment schedules, and maintain registers. Analyse validation reports and ensure timely resolution of errors for payroll compliance and auditing standards. Perform complex calculations for redundancies, entitlements, and employment provisions. Support end-of-financial-year processes including payroll data reviews and reporting. What We're Looking For: Essential: Experience in payroll administration or relevant discipline, or equivalent experience using complex HR systems. Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels. Strong problem-solving abilities, particularly in interpreting policy, legislation, and procedures. High attention to detail with outstanding time management and organisational skills in a high-volume environment. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively, using sound judgment and initiative. Advanced computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly adapt to new systems. Strong alignment with the values, mission and culture of the organisation. Desirable: Experience using EmpowerHR software. Perks & Benefits: Be part of a supportive, collaborative payroll team during an exciting period of change. Exposure to major systems like PeopleSoft and Service Cloud. On-the-job learning with a chance to contribute to large-scale transformation. 8 Month Contract with highly probably 4 month extension. Adelaide City based with 2 days working from home. Discounts and offers as a flexhiver. Easy to fill timesheet and on-time weekly payment. This pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading