About Us

At WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA), we are dedicated to transforming and sustaining primary health care across Western Australia. As one of the 31 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Australia, we proudly manage three PHNs, guided by our 2023 - 2026 Strategic Plan. Since our establishment in 2015, we've been committed to strengthening primary care through innovative partnerships and a 'one health system' approach, ensuring better access to services and improved health outcomes.

Our work focuses on:

• Supporting general practices to deliver top-quality patient care.
• Funding local primary health services tailored to community needs.
• Connecting local services to simplify the health care system.
• Leading system-wide reform for long-term impact.

As an organisation that thrives in a dynamic environment, we embrace change and seek team members who are adaptable and flexible in their approach.

We are proud to be an inclusive organisation, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people from diverse cultures, and people living with disabilities.

Learn more about our values and what it's like to work with us by watching the above video, or at www.wapha.org.au/joinourteam/

About The role

Are you passionate about precision, compliance, and supporting a team that makes a difference in the health of Western Australians? WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Officer to join our People and Culture team.

In this role, you'll be at the heart of our payroll operations-ensuring every employee is paid accurately and on time, maintaining compliance with legislation, and supporting continuous improvement across our systems and processes. You'll work closely with the Payroll Lead to manage fortnightly payroll cycles, reconcile transactions, and support audits, reporting, and system enhancements.

🔹Employment Type: Part-time 0.8 FTE Maximum term contract for 2 years (Possibility of extension)

🔹Location: WAPHA Head Office, Level 2, 1 Hood Street, Subiaco (Hybrid role)

🔹Salary: Band 4 ($91,152.20 Pro Rata Plus 12% Superannuation)

Core responsibilities:

• Process fortnightly & quarterly payroll accurately and on time, including salaries, benefits, and deductions
• Maintain and update payroll records for new hires, terminations, and pay changes in Aspire and Payforce
• Support the Payroll Lead in reviewing and enhancing payroll systems and processes
• Reconcile payroll transactions and ensure accurate reporting
• Generate people metrics and payroll reports to support cost and accrual management
• Ensure compliance with federal and state payroll legislation and internal policies
• Coordinate and submit data for Workplace Gender Equality reporting
• Prepare documentation and records for internal and external audits
• Recommend and document improvements to payroll procedures and systems
• Deliver payroll inductions for new employees and training for managers
• Manage superannuation data through the clearing house portal
• Provide guidance and support on salary packaging via Access Pay
• Maintain cost centre and expense data in Aspire in collaboration with Finance
• Create and manage employee work schedules and leave types in Aspire
• Respond to payroll-related queries, including workers compensation and compliance issues

About you

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following selection criteria:

Essential experience and education

• Tertiary qualification in a related field or equivalent experience in end-to-end payroll operations
• Proven knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal controls, and payroll taxes.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and Modern Awards, plus relevant state legislation.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or Microsoft, including payroll metrics.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• High level of integrity in handling confidential information.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Familiarity with taxation, superannuation, and payroll deductions.
• Health industry knowledge and experience (preferred)
• Intermediate - skilled in using Excel for payroll reconciliation, reporting, and data analysis.

What we offer

• Hybrid working arrangement that combines remote work from home with office presence in our modern Subiaco office.
• Commitment to employee development.
• Salary packaging - WAPHA's arrangement allows for a maximum of $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits per fringe benefit tax year.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional paid parental leave.
• Gifted paid day off during Christmas shut down period.
• Annual $200 health and wellbeing reimbursement scheme.
• All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Study leave options available.
• Option to purchase additional leave.
• 13 weeks long service leave after 10 years of continuous services (accessible on a pro-rata basis after 7 years).

To Apply

Please submit your application by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Your application should include your CV. As part of our recruitment process, you will be invited to complete an online assessment. This assessment consists of interactive questions designed to give us further insight into your experience and approach. It will simulate scenarios that you may encounter in the role.

Applications close 12pm Friday 18th July 2025.

WAPHA reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the advertised close date.

For further information please email [email protected]. Please note that applications must be submitted via the link provided - applications received by email will not be accepted.

Applicants must hold current, unrestricted working rights in Australia to be eligible for this role. Candidates without valid authorisation to work in Australia will not be considered. Compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations is mandatory.

Successful candidates will be required to provide relevant qualifications, along with documentation including a valid visa (if applicable), passport, and police check upon request.