JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of . Amazing health and wellness benefits and perks. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. Are you a payroll expert who enjoys working on projects and improving systems — without losing sight of the employee experience? We’re looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist to support the delivery of fortnightly payroll for a newly acquired New Zealand manufacturing organisation. This role is ideal for someone who understands payroll deeply, thinks critically about risk, and enjoys partnering across the business to deliver accurate, compliant outcomes. This is an office‑based position, requiring attendance onsite four days per week. Your role Acting as the payroll subject matter expert using ADP Payforce payroll solution and Workday timekeeping solution. Managing user acceptance testing, parallel runs, and reconciliations. Working closely with HR, Finance, IT, and vendors to deliver accurate payroll outcomes. Identifying payroll risks early and ensuring appropriate controls are in place. Supporting leaders and employees through payroll‑related change. Support the Payroll and Benefits Manager as required. Your experience Strong hands‑on payroll experience in a complex environment Excellent attention to detail and data analytical skills Confidence working with cross‑functional teams and vendors Strong verbal and written communication A calm, professional approach when working under pressure Essential: 7 years’ experience in a payroll/human resources environment. Payroll or Finance qualification or equivalent. Microsoft Excel - Intermediate to Advanced skill level Desirable Payroll System: ADP Payforce and Workday Timekeeping The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Accounts Payable & Receivables, Credit & Collection, & Payroll DIVISION: IFO International Finance LOCATION: Australia > Macquarie Park : 299 Lane Cove Road ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter