Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer 

Red Lily Health Board | Darwin, NT 

$72,203 to $79,825 per annum (excl. super) + Salary Packaging 

Full-time Permanent

The Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is a regional health service committed to empowering Aboriginal people across West Arnhem. We deliver culturally safe, community-controlled healthcare to improve long-term health outcomes for children, families, and communities.

About the Communities

Red Lily Health Service delivers primary healthcare across four unique West Arnhem communities. Our service footprint includes Gunbalanya (Oenpelli) on the edge of Arnhem Land, Jabiru in the heart of Kakadu National Park, Minjilang on beautiful Croker Island, and Warruwi on South Goulburn Island. Together, these communities are home to strong Aboriginal cultures, diverse languages, breathtaking landscapes, and deep connections to Country, offering a truly rewarding remote health experience.

What you’ll do: 

• Process accurate end-to-end fortnightly payroll for employees across multiple business units 
• Manage payroll activities including new starters, timesheets, leave, adjustments, terminations, and final pays
• Ensure compliance with awards, employment contracts, payroll legislation, superannuation, taxation, and STP requirements
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, journals, accruals, and workforce reporting
• Respond to payroll enquiries with professionalism, confidentiality, and accuracy
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, payroll systems, and reporting processes
• Work closely with Finance, People & Culture, and managers to maintain payroll integrity and governance

What we’re looking for: 

• Demonstrated experience in an end-to-end Payroll Officer role
• Sound knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation, awards, and compliance requirements
• Experience processing payroll within a health, community services, not-for-profit, or multi-site environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality
• Current NT Driver Licence or the ability to obtain one

Desirable:

• Experience using Employment Hero or similar payroll and workforce management systems
• Experience supporting payroll for approximately 100 employees or more
• Understanding of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHO) or Aboriginal community organisations
• Knowledge of culturally safe workplace practices and continuous improvement principles

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive salary of $72,203 to $79,825 per annum based on experience
• Salary packaging benefits and novated lease options
• 6 weeks annual leave plus additional paid leave over the Christmas shutdown period
• Opportunity to work for a growing Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation
• Supportive and collaborative Finance and Corporate Services team
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Meaningful work supporting improved health outcomes for Aboriginal communities across West Arnhem

Employment Requirements: 

All employment with Red Lily Health Board is subject to a Criminal History Check and the ability to obtain an NT Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card). Employees may also be required to travel to remote communities by vehicle or light aircraft. Red Lily Health Board is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

How to Apply:

Apply with your resume and a short cover letter outlining your payroll experience and suitability for the role.

For further information about Red Lily Health Board, visit www.redlily.org.au or email recruitment@redlily.org.au

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed prior to the closing date. Only successful candidates will be contacted.