Payroll Officer – Full-Function | Healthcare Sector | Hybrid WFH | Immediate Start

An excellent opportunity has opened for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a respected organisation in the healthcare sector. This is a 6-month temporary contract with an immediate start and a 50% work-from-home arrangement for the right candidate.
You’ll be joining a supportive team of four, taking ownership of end-to-end payroll forunder 1500 employees across three entities, all operating on a monthly payroll cycle. The role will involve managing complex leave entitlements, with a strong emphasis on long service leave accruals and calculations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process full-function payroll for approximately 1,500 across multiple entities on a monthly cycle
• Manage onboarding, terminations, pay adjustments, bonuses, and deductions
• Handle all leave types with a focus on accurate long service leave (LSL) accruals, entitlements, and payouts
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including PAYG, superannuation, and STP reporting
• Respond to payroll-related employee queries professionally and in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records within a modern payroll/HRIS system and assist with reporting and audits
• Collaborate closely with HR and Finance teams on process improvements and compliance initiatives

About You

• 2+ years’ experience in a full-function payroll position within a medium to large business
• Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation, awards, and enterprise agreements
• Proven ability to manage complex leave structures, including long service leave
• High attention to detail, strong numerical skills, and excellent time management
• Experience with payroll systems such as Chris21, SAP, Preceda, Micropay, ADP or Dayforce is highly regarded
• Comfortable working independently and within a small, collaborative team

The Offer

• Immediate start available
• 6-month temporary contract
• Hybrid model – 50% work from home

If you're a payroll professional ready for your next challenge and confident managing full-function payroll with a focus on long service leave, this role offers flexibility, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a respected organisation in the healthcare sector.

Any specific questions feel free to get in touch with us!

Liam Grafitti, [email protected]
Daniel Song, [email protected]

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