Payroll Test Analyst - People & Culture

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
New Zealand
4 days ago
  • Work from where you are
  • Full time, fixed term until 18 December 2026
Health 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 Role

The primary purpose of the role is to:

  • Analyse payroll data and assist with solution development for the new payroll system
  • Support the lead with the configuration and the testing of the new payroll system
  • Support the team to enable data conversion from the current payroll system to the new system
  • Provide technical support and advice to the payroll teams as and when required

About you

You have over five years of experience in payroll or system testing, with strong analytical and numerical skills that support your work across complex payrolls of 1,000+ employees. You're confident writing and testing payroll system scripts and have a solid understanding of payroll legislation, including experience working with MECAs and IEAs.

Your strong communication and interpersonal skills help you collaborate effectively across teams. You're known for translating complex issues into clear solutions and for bringing a reliable, detail-focused approach to everything you do.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday, 10 August. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Matt Kelly at matt.kelly@tewhatuora.govt.nz


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

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