Payroll Analyst

Payroll AnalystPayroll Analyst, Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers HospitalPermanent/ Full Time / 80 Hours per fortnight 1 FTEThis is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys combining payroll expertise with data analysis, systems improvement, and strategic reporting, while making a meaningful contribution to supporting the healthcare workforce across Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join our People and Culture team.This role plays a key part in providing payroll, HRIS, and workforce information to support strategic planning, workforce initiatives, process improvement, contract reporting, and operational decision-making across Health New Zealand. You will analyse and interpret workforce data, develop meaningful reporting solutions, and provide both regular and ad hoc insights to support regional and national stakeholders.You will also support Payroll and HRIS systems, investigate and resolve system issues, participate in system upgrades and testing activities, and work closely with vendors, Payroll, Finance, and Data & Digital teams to improve dataAbout the Team/Service/ LocationYou will work closely with Payroll teams, Finance, Service Leads, Project Managers, and system vendors, contributing to the delivery of accurate workforce intelligence and payroll reporting across a large and complex organisation.While the role is aligned to Hawkes Bay, remote working arrangements are available, and applicants are not required to be located in Hastings or Hawkes Bay.For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay click HEREAbout youYou are a technically capable analyst who enjoys working with complex datasets and translating information into meaningful insights that support decision-making.You will bring:Experience in reporting, analytics, payroll, HRIS, or related analyst rolesStrong SQL, SSRS, Excel and data extraction/reporting skillsExperience working with large payroll, HR, or workforce databases and information systemsExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and data quality management skillsStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to a range of stakeholders Experience within payroll reporting, workforce analytics, HRIS environments, or the health sector will be highly advantageous.Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse M?ori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 22nd November. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kylie Brightwell via email on View email address on click.appcast.io will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.Job Reference: - HAW10288Location: - North Island - Hawkes Bay - HastingsJob type: - Permanent Full timeExpertise: - Non-clinical - Human ResourcesCloses: - 22-Nov-2026