Adelaide Festival Centre Trust
Job reference: 848406
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Fixed term part time position at 0.6 FTE
• Working 22.5 hours per week from Tuesday to Thursday
• Unique opportunity | Adelaide CBD
• Base Salary $69,246 (Part-Time) plus 12% Superannuation

About Adelaide Festival Centre

Established in 1973, Adelaide Festival Centre is South Australia’s principal performing arts venue and a leading Asia-Pacific cultural centre.

We present a bold, diverse program of festivals, events and performances year-round — inspiring, educating and entertaining audiences of all ages and cultures.

As the home of the performing arts in South Australia, we’re proud to deliver exceptional experiences for audiences, artists and partners, while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace for our team.

Adelaide Festival Centre operates four major venues in the Adelaide CBD - Festival Theatre, Dunstan Playhouse, Space Theatre and Her Majesty’s Theatre

About the Role

The Assistant Payroll Officer supports the accurate and timely processing of payroll in compliance with Australian workplace legislation, including the Fair Work Act, Australian Tax Office requirements and superannuation obligations.

This role assists in maintaining payroll records, ensuring employee data is accurate and up to date, and supporting the correct calculation of employee entitlements and statutory obligations such as PAYG withholding and superannuation contributions. The Assistant Payroll Officer provides payroll administration support, responds to employee payroll enquiries, and contributes to the efficient operation of payroll and finance functions.

The role also supports payroll reporting, record management, system maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure payroll processes remain accurate, compliant, and effective.

Available in a part time (0.6 FTE) capacity for a 1-year contract. The successful candidate will be required to work Tuesdays to Thursday.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll across fortnightly pay cycles.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records and update payroll information as required.
• Support compliance with relevant awards, enterprise agreements, policies, and legislative requirements.
• Assist in the calculation and processing of employee entitlements, including leave, superannuation, and taxation obligations.
• Respond to payroll-related enquiries from employees and escalate complex issues where required.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and the preparation of payroll reports for finance and management.
• Support payroll system maintenance, testing, and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with payroll audits and ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Payroll Officer, Finance team, and other stakeholders to ensure payroll accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide administrative support for payroll-related projects and compliance activities as required.

 Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an assistant payroll position with strong computer skills
• Sound knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements (SA Government an advantage)
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with MicrOpay (payroll system)
• Ability to manage confidential information with integrity

 Why Join Us?

Adelaide Festival Centre employs more than 400 staff across areas including production, staging, hospitality, marketing, programming, patron services and corporate services.

When you join our team, you’ll help bring the arts to life in the Festival State while working in a vibrant cultural environment.

 Our staff benefits include:

• $15 staff tickets to performances across our venues
• 10% discount at Festival Centre food and beverage outlets
• Flexible working arrangements
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Bring Your Dog to Work Day
• Breastfeeding-friendly workplace
• Approved Child Safe Environment

 Our Commitment

Adelaide Festival Centre is located on Kaurna Yarta. We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Custodians of the Adelaide Plains and honour their ongoing connection to land and culture.

We are committed to reconciliation and inclusion through our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan and strive to be an employer of choice for First Nations people.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

 Applications

If you are a motivated emerging talent in the payroll field looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
• Your current resume

For more information and a copy of the position description, visit the Join Us page on our website. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Enquires can be directed to Tara Pridham, Corporate Systems and Payroll Manager via email to tara.pridham @adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au

Please apply via SEEK. Applications close Friday 3rd July at 4:00pm

 

Applications close: 03/07/2026 4:00 PM

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.