Abano Healthcare is Australasia's largest dental support organization (DSO), dedicated to providing exceptional dental care to patients across Australia and New Zealand. We are a team of passionate professionals committed to supporting our network of over 250 dental practices and 700+ clinicians, empowering them to deliver the highest quality oral healthcare services.

We’re looking for a detail-driven and proactive Payroll Projects Officer to join our Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys both hands-on payroll processing and leading payroll-related projects in a complex, high-volume environment.

This role is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract, providing the opportunity to contribute to key payroll initiatives within a large and dynamic organisation.

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will:

• Process fortnightly, monthly and off-cycle payrolls
• Ensure compliance with Fair Work, NES, Modern Awards and ATO requirements
• Manage superannuation, PAYG, STP Phase 2, terminations and complex payroll scenarios
• Support audits, remediation projects and award reviews
• Partner with People, Finance and operational leaders to resolve payroll queries
• Contribute to annual remuneration reviews and compliance initiatives

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Payroll roles,
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation including Superannuation, Tax, Long Service Leave, Terminations
• Demonstrate sound Modern Award interpretation
• Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills, in particular Excel
• Experience working in a high-volume payroll environment
• Experience working with payroll systems (Dayforce preferred, but not essential) and time and attendance systems
• High level numeracy, analytical skills, and problem-solving mindset
• Meticulous attention to detail, data integrity focus, and deadline discipline
• Clear communicator with a service mindset and confidence handling sensitive matters
• Can work in a team environment but also work independently in absence of the Payroll Manager.

Qualifications, Certificates, and Licences

• Holds a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or other related discipline
• Payroll Professional Certification or membership (e.g. APA or TAPS) preferred but not essential

Ready to take the next step in your payroll career? Join a supportive, collaborative team where your expertise truly makes a difference. Apply today.