Join us on an 18‑month contract to strengthen payroll compliance and controls while partnering closely with People & Culture and Finance.
About the role
This 18‑month contract offers the opportunity to play a key role in strengthening our payroll compliance framework and enhancing the consistency and reliability of payroll operations. In this position, you will develop clear, comprehensive process documentation, uplift payroll controls, and ensure all activities meet legislative, audit and internal policy requirements. You’ll work closely with People & Culture and Finance to map end‑to‑end processes, align upstream and downstream practices, and support a strong control environment across the employee lifecycle. The role also involves contributing to BAU payroll work when needed, supporting audits with accurate and well‑maintained documentation, and identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce risk and improve the overall quality and transparency of payroll activities.
About you
- Proven end‑to‑end payroll experience in compliance heavy environments.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and requirements (PAYG, STP, superannuation, payroll tax, awards/EBAs, termination rules).
- Demonstrated capability in process mapping and documentation using ProMapp (or similar BPM) and Visio.
- Advanced Excel skills
- Collaborative communicator who builds effective relationships across People & Culture, Finance and the broader organisation.
- Highly organised, able to juggle competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and accountability.
- Detail‑driven and analytical, with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Desirable Experience improving processes or enhancing controls through automation or AI‑enabled tools.
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 our Strategy. 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:
Flexible working arrangements
50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
Family-friendly certified employer
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 – [email protected] 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.
