Data & Payroll Administrator

Wow Recruitment Idibu ·www.wowrecruitment.com.au

Location Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Salary AUD 35 - 38 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Data and Payroll Administrator
3 month temporary contract | Fully office based, Sydney CBD
$35-$38 per hour + super + weekly pay
Immediate start, full time Monday to Friday

We are partnering with a well-established community services organisation to find a proactive Data and Payroll Administrator for an initial 3 month contract, with the potential to extend. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong Excel skills who enjoys working with data, improving processes and ensuring accuracy within payroll and timesheet administration.

About the Role

You'll work with payroll and timesheet data from multiple sources, identifying discrepancies, improving processes and ensuring critical employee records are accurate. If you're someone who loves spreadsheets, spotting patterns, solving problems and making systems work better, this role is for you!

Responsibilities
  • Process and manage current and backlogged timesheet data received via email, paper forms and PDFs
  • Convert manual and paper-based records into accurate digital formats
  • Review, update and maintain large volumes of data within Excel
  • Be able to download, filter, sort and manipulate spreadsheets efficiently
  • Identify missing information, discrepancies and duplicate records
  • Track outstanding timesheets and follow up where required
  • Create templates and improve administrative processes
  • Support payroll-related administration and timesheet interpretation
  • Use problem-solving skills and available tools to resolve data issues
About You
  • Previous experience in administration and data entry experience is a must 
  • Strong Excel skills, including filtering, sorting, formulas and data manipulation (must complete a short skills test)
  • Experience creating templates and improving administrative processes
  • Exposure to macros, automation tools and use of AI (Claude, Microsoft CoPilot etc) 
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to work autonomously
  • Confident communicator who asks questions when information is unclear
  • Experience using SharePoint or similar document management systems is advantageous
Why You'll Love This Role
  • Initial 3 month contract with potential for extension
  • Stable and lovely office-based environment with supportive leadership
  • Opportunity to develop payroll and administration experience
  • Immediate start
  • Consistent Monday to Friday hours (8:30am to 4:30pm)
If you're the type of person who enjoys turning data into organised information, finding smarter ways to work and takes pride in getting the details right, APPLY NOW.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.

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Who is hiring for the Data & Payroll Administrator role?
Wow Recruitment Idibu is hiring for the Data & Payroll Administrator position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Data & Payroll Administrator job located?
The Data & Payroll Administrator role with Wow Recruitment Idibu is based in Sydney, NSW, AU.
What does the Data & Payroll Administrator role pay?
Wow Recruitment Idibu lists the Data & Payroll Administrator role at AUD 35–38 per hour.
Is the Data & Payroll Administrator role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Wow Recruitment Idibu.
What experience level is the Data & Payroll Administrator role?
The Data & Payroll Administrator position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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