The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications, and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.
Our Payroll Services team sits within the Employee Services portfolio of the People and Culture directorate at Ahpra. The team are responsible for ensuring that payroll services are undertaken in accordance with legislative and enterprise agreement obligations and relevant guidelines and policies.
We are seeking a Senior Payroll Officer to join our team on an ongoing, full time basis in our Adelaide, Brisbane, or Melbourne Ahpra locations.
This role is pivotal in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services for Ahpra employees and board members. You will provide expert payroll advice, manage complex calculations, and ensure integrity and compliance across multiple systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver end-to-end payroll processing and advisory services in line with legislation, enterprise agreements, and Ahpra policies.
- Perform complex manual calculations and reconciliations (terminations, leave, overpayments, pay estimates).
- Prepare statutory reports and ensure compliance with taxation and superannuation requirements.
- Provide authoritative advice on payroll matters, including interpretation of Ahpra’s Enterprise Agreement.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll queries promptly and professionally.
Please see more about the role in the role description: 
Senior Payroll Officer (CL5)
About You
This role will suit a candidate with existing payroll experience in a large, complex organisation (approximately 1650+ employees and 600+ board members), who is confident managing high-volume payroll processes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to new systems, and maintain accuracy under pressure. You will also bring:
- Hands-on payroll experience with strong technical knowledge of payroll legislation.
- Ability to work autonomously while adapting to new systems and processes quickly.
- Advanced problem-solving skills and a good head for numbers.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.
At Ahpra, you will be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive environment where your expertise contributes to safer healthcare for all Australians.
What we offer:
- A friendly and supportive working culture with hybrid arrangements
- Employee Benefits on offer including discounted health insurance and novated lease salary packaging
- Learning and development opportunities
- Attractive base salary starting at $103,781 plus superannuation and leave loading
To apply:
- Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application.
- Your application must include an updated resume
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
- For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please email recruitment@ahpra.gov.au.
- Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT Tuesday 16 December 2025
Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.
Please note that applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period. Should we receive suitable candidates during this time, the advertising period will cease.
Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Flexible working policy
Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
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