Payroll Manager
We’re looking for a strategic and experienced Payroll Manager to lead the operational delivery of payroll services across HCF on a 6 month contract ( with possible extension ) This role is pivotal in ensuring payroll compliance, driving process improvement, and supporting the implementation of our future HRIS roadmap.
As Payroll Manager at HCF (6 month contract) you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of payroll services across the organisation. You’ll manage a team of experienced payroll professionals and collaborate with senior stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Compliance, IT, and external audit partners.
This role is central to ensuring payroll operations are accurate, compliant, and aligned with evolving business needs. You’ll oversee payroll processing, audits, tax and superannuation compliance, and contribute to the HRIS transformation project—designing, testing, and implementing new systems and processes. You’ll also play a key role in risk mitigation, control testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
About You
You’re a seasoned payroll leader with over 12 years’ experience in payroll and at least 5 years in a leadership role, ideally within a highly regulated industry. You bring deep expertise in payroll legislation, tax, superannuation, and award interpretation, and have a proven track record of managing audits and compliance.
You’re confident leading teams, developing talent, and driving strategic change. You’ve successfully implemented payroll systems and contributed to broader HRIS transformations. You’re comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and thrive in cross-functional environments.
Your strengths include:
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Experience in payroll-related M&A activity and system transitions
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for improving employee experience
- High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and security
About HCF
At 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 ourStrategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.
Culture & Benefits
Purpose-driven passion
We’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.
Wellness and work-life balance
We’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
- 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
- 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
- Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
- Discounts 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 inclusivity
We 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 growth
We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – peopleservices@hcf.com.au to discuss.
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.
We’re looking for a strategic and experienced Payroll Manager to lead the operational delivery of payroll services across HCF on a 6 month contract ( with possible extension ) This role is pivotal in ensuring payroll compliance, driving process improvement, and supporting the implementation of our future HRIS roadmap.
As Payroll Manager at HCF (6 month contract) you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of payroll services across the organisation. You’ll manage a team of experienced payroll professionals and collaborate with senior stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Compliance, IT, and external audit partners.
This role is central to ensuring payroll operations are accurate, compliant, and aligned with evolving business needs. You’ll oversee payroll processing, audits, tax and superannuation compliance, and contribute to the HRIS transformation project—designing, testing, and implementing new systems and processes. You’ll also play a key role in risk mitigation, control testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
About You
You’re a seasoned payroll leader with over 12 years’ experience in payroll and at least 5 years in a leadership role, ideally within a highly regulated industry. You bring deep expertise in payroll legislation, tax, superannuation, and award interpretation, and have a proven track record of managing audits and compliance.
You’re confident leading teams, developing talent, and driving strategic change. You’ve successfully implemented payroll systems and contributed to broader HRIS transformations. You’re comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and thrive in cross-functional environments.
Your strengths include:
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Experience in payroll-related M&A activity and system transitions
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for improving employee experience
- High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and security
About HCF
At 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 ourStrategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.
Culture & Benefits
Purpose-driven passion
We’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.
Wellness and work-life balance
We’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
- 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
- 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
- Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
- Discounts 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 inclusivity
We 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 growth
We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – peopleservices@hcf.com.au to discuss.
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.
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