Finance & Banking
Payroll Officer Salary in Australia
Payroll Officers process employee pay, manage superannuation, and ensure compliance with Fair Work and ATO obligations. Seek has consistent demand for payroll roles in mid-to-large businesses. Knowledge of platforms like Xero Payroll, Chris21 or SAP SuccessFactors is valued.
AU Typical Range
$60k – $95k
AU Median
$74k
NZ Typical Range
NZD $55k – $88k
Salary by experience level
Payroll Officer
Senior Payroll Officer
Payroll Manager
Estimated take-home pay (AU median)
Based on $74k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.
Annual
$58,003
Monthly
$4,834
Fortnightly
$2,231
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What is the average Payroll Officer salary in Australia?
The average Payroll Officer salary in Australia is around $74k per year, with a typical Seek range of $60k – $95k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.
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What does a Payroll Officer take home after tax in Australia?
At the median salary of $74k, take-home pay is approximately $58,003 per year ($4,834 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.