Senior Payroll Officer

HCF; Australia; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Employee discounts on health & extras

Parental leave (18 weeks)

Job summary

HCF is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join our Payroll team in Australia. You will deliver end-to-end payroll processing for fortnightly and monthly cycles, manage queries, and provide trusted advice to employees and stakeholders.

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you’ll support month-end/year-end processes and ensure compliance with Australian payroll legislation. You will work with People & Culture and HR Systems teams, handle PAYG, superannuation, and EBAs, and contribute to

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in an end-to-end payroll environment.
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, awards and EBAs.
• Excellent customer service and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Experience with Preceda or a similar payroll system is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process fortnightly and monthly payrolls accurately and within deadlines.
• Manage payroll queries and provide timely, high-quality customer service to employees.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports, reconciliations and support month-end and year-end processing.
• Manage PAYG, payroll tax and superannuation obligations.
• Process new starters, terminations, leave entitlements and superannuation choice funds.
• Interpret and apply relevant awards, EBAs and Australian payroll legislation.
• Resolve payroll issues, including overpayments and recovery processes.
• Liaise with the ATO and other relevant stakeholders when required.
• Work closely with People & Culture and HR Systems teams to maintain accurate employee information.
• Support payroll system changes, upgrades and implementations, including Preceda system administration.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls and ways of working.

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join our Payroll team and help deliver accurate, timely and high-quality payroll services to approximately 1,850 HCF employees.Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you’ll be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing across our fortnightly and monthly payrolls, while providing trusted advice and support to employees and key stakeholders.Senior Payroll OfficerFull-time | HCF HouseJoin our Payroll team and make every pay countWhat you’ll doProcess fortnightly and monthly payrolls accurately and within deadlines.Manage payroll queries and provide timely, high-quality customer service to employees.Prepare monthly payroll reports, reconciliations and support month-end and year-end processing.Manage PAYG, payroll tax and superannuation obligations.Process new starters, terminations, leave entitlements and superannuation choice funds.Interpret and apply relevant awards, EBAs and Australian payroll legislation .Resolve payroll issues, including overpayments and recovery processes.Liaise with the ATO and other relevant stakeholders when required.Work closely with People & Culture and HR Systems teams to maintain accurate employee information.Support payroll system changes, upgrades and implementations, including Preceda system administration .Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls and ways of working.What you’ll bring3–5 years’ experience in an end-to-end payroll environment.Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, awards and EBAs .Excellent customer service and stakeholder engagement skills.Strong attention to detail and a commitment to payroll accuracy.Intermediate Excel skills.Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.The ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality, tact and diplomacy .Experience with Preceda or a similar payroll system is desirable.If you’re an experienced payroll professional who takes pride in getting the detail right, solving problems and delivering a great employee experience, we’d love to hear from you.About HCFAt HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we’ve been putting our members and their health first. As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover 2 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.Culture & BenefitsPurpose-driven passionWe’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.Wellness and work-life balanceWe’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:Flexible working arrangements50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras coverFamily-friendly certified employer18 weeks of parental leave for all new parentsMental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and moreDiscounts on HCF’s products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.Collaboration and inclusivityWe embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.Continuous learning and growthWe believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.Next stepsIf you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – [e-mail] to discuss or call 02 9290 0464.We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.Please be aware of recruitment scams, phishing, and impersonation attempts. HCF will never request payment or sensitive financial information at any stage of the recruitment process. If you receive suspicious communications claiming to be from HCF, please verify them through our Careers page or contact us directly.