Our Purpose

United for Care is on a mission to help people with complex disabilities live fuller, better lives through independent living and 24/7 support. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to a purpose-driven organisation making a real difference in the community.

About the Position

We’re seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to join us on an initial 4-month contract to lead the end-to-end payroll function across our group, including United for Care and associated entities. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a complex payroll, ensure compliance with the SCHADS Award, and identify opportunities for process innovation.

A key part of this role involves working closely with our offshore Payroll Analyst. You’ll provide guidance and mentoring to help them develop a strong understanding of Australian payroll regulations, with a particular focus on the SCHADS Award.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end fortnightly payroll across multiple entities
• Ensure compliance with SCHADS Award, Fair Work, taxation, and superannuation laws
• Provide training and support to our offshore payroll analyst, helping them build knowledge of Australian payroll legislation
• Generate payroll reports and support budgeting and cost analysis
• Handle employee payroll queries with professionalism and empathy
• Maintain accurate payroll records and support audit/compliance reviews
• Collaborate on continuous improvement initiatives with Finance and HR

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing payroll, ideally in NDIS, healthcare or related sectors
• In-depth knowledge of the SCHADS Award
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience mentoring or training others, particularly in remote or cross-cultural contexts
• Experience with Employment Hero or similar platforms is a plus
• Qualifications in HR or Finance (preferred but not essential)

Why Join Us?
You'll be part of a values-driven team that reflects our values: Trust, Innovation, Passion, and Accountability. This role can be 3-5 days per week. We support flexibility, value collaboration, and deliver real impact for our communities.

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Ready to bring your payroll expertise to a purpose-led organisation? Apply today and help us make a difference — starting right away.