technical specialists

Department of Treasury and Finance

Job reference: 709962

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Ongoing

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We're looking for dynamic Technical Specialists to join our Payroll Services team at the Department of Treasury and Finance. In this pivotal role, you'll assist management with your technical expertise, provide support to junior staff and contribute to the delivery of accurate and timely payroll services. You'll bring a strong collaborative spirit and a focus on attention to detail to build a robust and proactive working environment. With multiple opportunities available on both term and ongoing basis, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference while advancing your own career.

Remuneration: ASO4 – Salary Range ($76,561 – 80,256 p.a.).

About the opportunity:

The Technical Specialist contributes to the delivery of professional, accurate and timely payroll services to client agencies and employees of the South Australian Government.As a Technical Specialist you will:

• Provide high level assistance to management through the provision of calculations and customer service.
• Mentor junior staff in complex processing and procedures.
• Maintain expertise in complex payroll and HR systems, processes and legislative requirements.
• Assist the organisation to meet its taxation, superannuation and other legislative and statutory organisational obligations.
• Support change management initiatives including modernisation projects and legislative updates.

About you:

To be successful, you will thrive in a systems and process driven environment, with:

• Proven experience in payroll processes, and the use of a computerised payroll system (e.g. CHRIS), or other relevant database, including reporting capabilities.
• Proven ability to work effectively either as an individual or a member of a team, relate to staff on all levels, and build strong working and networking relationships.
• Good customer service ethos and ability to communicate both orally and in writing and present ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Experience interpreting and applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures associated with the provision of payroll or HR-related services.
• Ability to think analytically, identify root cause, propose solutions and follow through until resolution.

About us:

At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.

We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

Shared Services SA (SSSA) strives to deliver high-quality financial, payroll and work injury services to our customers. We care about providing timely, accurate and contemporary services, so government agencies can focus on delivering for the South Australian community.

What we offer

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Aaron Underwood

Title: Client Engagement Lead

Tel:

email:

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to:

• submit a Curriculum Vitae
• complete the attached Targeted Questions template
• attach covering letter (no more than two pages) demonstrating suitability for the role

You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete the pre-employment declaration.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

Applications close: 30/11/2025 11:45 PM