Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia

Updated November 4, 2026

Find payroll specialist jobs in Australia from company career pages, all in one list, including roles that never reach LinkedIn or Indeed. Employers also post this role as Payroll Administrator, Payroll Manager, Payroll Analyst and Payroll Coordinator.

Latest Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia

Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia at a glance

Companies hiring
BDO Administration Pty, Macquarie University, OPIS, GHD, Downer and Ulan Coal Mines Pty Ltd. Company
Cities
Melbourne, Wallumattagal Campus, NSW, BRISBANE and North Ryde
Work setup
Hybrid
Levels
Senior to lead
Job types
Full-time and part-time
Skills in demand
Excel, Workday, Communication skills, Stakeholder Management, Payroll administration, Process improvement, Problem solving, Award interpretation

Based on the newest listings. Not every posting states pay, level, or skills.

About Payroll Specialist jobs

Payroll specialists run payroll accurately and on time, handle tax filings and deductions, and answer employee pay questions.

Also posted as

  • Payroll Administrator
  • Payroll Manager
  • Payroll Analyst
  • Payroll Coordinator

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Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia: questions

Where can I find Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia?

JobLookout collects Payroll Specialist openings in Australia from company career pages and puts them in one list, including roles that never get posted on LinkedIn or Indeed. Open a role and apply on the company's career page.

Which companies have Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia?

Recent listings include roles at BDO Administration Pty, Macquarie University, OPIS, GHD, Downer and Ulan Coal Mines Pty Ltd. Company. The company name is on every listing, so you always know who is hiring.

Where in Australia are Payroll Specialist jobs?

Recent listings are in Melbourne, Wallumattagal Campus, NSW, BRISBANE and North Ryde.

Are there remote Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia?

Most recent listings are hybrid. Remote roles appear when companies post them, and the work-mode filter narrows the list to remote only.

What skills do Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia ask for?

Skills that come up most in recent listings: Excel, Workday, Communication skills, Stakeholder Management, Payroll administration, Process improvement, Problem solving, Award interpretation. Each posting lists its own requirements, so read the full description before you apply.

What job titles count as Payroll Specialist?

This list groups related titles, including Payroll Administrator, Payroll Manager, Payroll Analyst and Payroll Coordinator, so you are not searching one keyword at a time.

Can I find entry-level or senior Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia?

Recent listings range from senior to lead. Experience level is a filter, from intern and new grad through entry, mid, senior, lead, and director, so you only see Payroll Specialist roles at your level.

Are there part-time, contract, or internship Payroll Specialist roles in Australia?

Employment type is its own filter: full-time, part-time, contract, and internship. Pick the one you want and the rest drop out of your list.

Are these only jobs in Australia?

Yes. This page is Payroll Specialist openings located in Australia, including remote roles that still require Australia.

Can I see Payroll Specialist jobs in other countries?

Yes. Payroll Specialist jobs are also listed for United States, India, Canada, Poland, United Kingdom and Philippines. You can switch the country at any time.

What should I check in a Payroll Specialist job posting?

Worth checking before you apply: accounting, planning, audit, or a business-partner seat; systems they name; close, forecast, or reporting as the core of the week.

How do I apply to Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia?

Open a role from your list and follow its apply link to the company's career page. You complete the application there.

How often are Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia updated?

This page refreshes every hour, and new openings are added as they appear on company career pages. Sort the full list by date to see the newest first.

Do I need an account to browse Payroll Specialist jobs in Australia?

No. You can open the list, read a role, and apply on the company site without an account. An account is only used for saved jobs, Copilot, and the resume tools.

Can JobLookout help with my resume for Payroll Specialist jobs?

Yes. Paid plans include resume tools, including tailoring your resume to a specific posting before you apply.

What roles are similar to Payroll Specialist?

Similar roles include Accountant, Controller / Finance Manager, Auditor, Financial Analyst and Investment Analyst / Banker.