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Payroll Officer Courses in Canberra

A Payroll Officer manages an organisation's payroll by processing wages, maintaining employee records, and ensuring accurate tax and deductions.

    • 1.258 AI Exposure: High

      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Payroll Officer in Canberra?

Get qualified to work as a Payroll Officer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Canberra

The following providers offer Payroll Officer courses in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
My CPE
45717
7
IPS Institute
32186
1
Training Education And Management Services
91852
1
GOTAFE
3094
1
Australian College of Skills & Education
45310
1
TasTAFE
60142
1
Australian Salesmasters Training
6854
1
Australian Vocational Training Institute
40913
1
Australian College of Business and Training
40493
2
TAFE SA
41026
1
South Metropolitan TAFE
52787
1
Swinburne University of Technology
3059
1
Kangan Institute
3077
1
Canberra Institute of Technology
0101
1
Melbourne Polytechnic
3075
1
Sydney Metro College
41204
1
SuniTAFE
4693
1
Financial Education
90725
1
National Finance Institute
31203
1
TAFE NSW
90003
1
Sureway
91058
1

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Payroll Officer generally earns $1,600 per week ($83,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the role.

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There are currently 40,000 Payroll Officers employed in Australia right now and this job role grew very strongly over the last 5 years. Payroll Officers work in all industries and employment sectors — from small business through to large corporations.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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Payroll Officers need a strong understanding of industry awards, ATO and Fair Work requirements. The Certificate IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting (taking the payroll specialisation) is the minimum qualification. We also suggest the Diploma of Payroll Services.

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Further reading

What can you do with a Diploma of Payroll Services?

22nd February 2022

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping?

18th August 2020

Career Spotlight: Accounting and Taxation Professionals

9th October 2019

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Payroll Officer careers

If you're looking to advance your career with Payroll Officer courses in Canberra, you're making a wise choice. These courses are designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required to thrive in a dynamic field. As a Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for managing payroll processes, which can lead to exciting opportunities in related roles such as Payroll Clerk or Accounts Clerk. With a solid foundation in payroll management, you can also explore positions in Accounts Officer or even further your journey into finance with roles such as Financial Controller.

The diverse range of Business courses and Finance courses available in Canberra complements the skill set of a Payroll Officer. Topics including Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Management can enhance your understanding of financial processes, making you more competitive in the market. The growing Canberra job market is ripe with opportunities, and training in these areas will set you on the path for various career advancements.

Bookkeeper, Corporate Accountant, and even Tax Accountant. The experience gained through these Payroll Officer courses in Canberra fosters a well-rounded understanding of business operations, making you a valuable asset in the rapidly evolving job market.