Payroll Administrator at Te Whatu Ora, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Permanent, Full-time

Join a dedicated payroll team supporting thousands of kaimahi across the health system
Make a meaningful impact through accurate, timely payroll services

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to over five million people. With services provided across hospitals, specialist services, and community settings, our people systems play a critical role in supporting frontline healthcare delivery.

About the Role

As a Payroll Administrator, you will be based within the Staff Service Centre in Penrose, supporting the effective and timely delivery of payroll and employee reimbursement services. This role is essential in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a high standard of customer service for our workforce.

You will be responsible for processing payroll-related data, including expense and reimbursement claims, ensuring all transactions meet tax, audit, and policy requirements. You'll respond to payroll queries, resolve issues efficiently, and work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to meet service level timeframes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys detailed work, values accuracy, and takes pride in supporting others through dependable payroll services—while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within a large, complex organisation.

About You

As a Payroll Administrator, you will bring:

• Experience in payroll or accounts administration
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• A customer-focused approach with clear written and verbal communication skills
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in the workplace

Experience in a large or complex organisation and at least two years' payroll or accounts experience will be advantageous.

Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to delivering equitable, accessible, and high-quality healthcare for all New Zealanders. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled people, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply, please click “Apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11:59PM Sunday 19th April 2026.

For further information, please contact:  Cherushka Pillay at cherushka.pillay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

The full position description is available on the Health New Zealand Careers site.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position.

We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date