APS5 - EL1 Payroll Officer x 2

• Competitive hourly rates
• Flexible hybrid arrangement
• Possible contract extensions

• 3 month contract 
• Federal Government Agency 
• Canberra Location 

About the company
Karlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a Federal Government Agency to engage 2 x APS5 – EL1 Payroll Officers. This position is located in their busy Canberra office for an initial 3 month contract.
  
About the Position
The APS5 – EL1 Payroll Officers will play a key role in reviewing and validating employee leave balances following a payroll system transition. This position requires strong analytical skills and payroll expertise to reconcile historical data, resolve discrepancies, and ensure accurate employee records moving forward.

Duties

• Audit employee leave balances
• Reconcile legacy payroll data
• Identify and document discrepancies
• Analyse data using Excel
• Prepare structured audit reports

Requirements/Skills

• Payroll or finance background
• Leave audit experience
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• High attention to detail

Benefits working with this Client

• Competitive hourly rates
• Flexible hybrid arrangement
• Possible contract extensions

Benefits working with Karlka Recruiting Group 

• Weekly pay  
• Ongoing support: Pre, during and post placement 
• Dedicated consultant per contract
• Employee Assistance Program available
• Our agency supports Indigenous communities 

How to Apply
Apply now to be considered for submission to our client by 09:00am, 23/02/2026
Consultant: Te Aroha
Email for questions only: recruitment@karlkarecruiting.com.au
*Please apply through this portal. Any applications through email may be missed.

Nyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Applications received after the due date may be considered for similar roles.