Payroll Specialist - People and Communications - Hawkes Bay at Te Whatu Ora, Hawkes Bay Fixed Term Contract - Fulltime- Hawkes Bay Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to streamline payroll-related processes and systems This position is expected to work primarily from Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.

Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialist for a fixed-term contract to support our payroll team by overseeing senior payroll functions.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all district employees are paid accurately and on time, in line with legislation, contractual requirements, policies, and procedures.

You will act as a subject matter expert in payroll processes, providing guidance, support, and training to junior team members while upholding best practices.

Additionally, you will contribute to the delivery of the district's vision, ensuring compliance and efficiency in payroll operations.

About the Team/Service/ Location This Payroll Specialist position is based at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital and operates within a dedicated team responsible for ensuring the district's payroll function runs smoothly and efficiently.

You will work Monday to Friday on a fixed-term contract until 31st December 2025, contributing to a team that is collaborative, detail-oriented, and committed to meeting the hospital's payroll requirements.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and driven team that values accuracy, compliance, and teamwork in delivering essential payroll services.

About you You have at least two years of payroll experience and a strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all payroll processes.

You can work independently, effectively prioritise weekly pay runs, and respond promptly to employee payroll inquiries.

Your ability to problem-solve and manage workflows makes you a valuable asset to the team.

Knowledge of employment legislation Understanding of Holidays Act Strong attention to detail and analytical skills High level of confidentiality Experience in a large complex organisation Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of local tikanga and Māori culture Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.

We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities.

A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We are a pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

How to Apply To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Friday 14th March 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ashlyn by emailing.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.