Payroll Job Listings

Payroll Advisor - Fixed Term64287889176835110

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Payroll Advisor - Fixed Term

Payroll Advisor – Fixed Term Position Description * Bring your extensive knowledge and experience * Fixed term position – 16 month duration * Wellington based He whakamārama mo te tūranga mahi | About the role: Our Payroll Advisor is responsible for the end-to-end processing of KiwiRail’s payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness across all payroll activities. This includes the collection, calculation, validation, and input of employee data, as well as maintaining payroll records and producing reporting for internal and external stakeholders. This role contributes to payroll-related projects, provides expert advice to stakeholders, and helps ensure KiwiRail meets all statutory and organisational obligations. As part of a collaborative payroll team, you will also support cross-coverage and deadline management while modelling safe and responsible behaviour in line with KiwiRail’s values. Within the area of responsibility, this role is required to: * Interpret legislation and staff agreements (both individual and collective) * Update employee records for promotions, transfers, pay rates, deductions, new employees, contact details, terminations * Produce direct credit file to send to the bank for payment of wages * Answer, resolve queries and develop partnerships with staff and internal/external stakeholders * Review and verify timesheets * Process timesheets * Work with the other payroll team members and managers to ensure cross cover of fortnightly payroll processing * Provide payroll reporting for external and internal requirements * Contribute and support the Payroll Manager on Payroll related projects * Support the team with implementation of contract changes, regression testing, or other payroll activities as required * Provide assistance to the Internal and External auditors with their queries and requirements Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou | What (skills) you will bring: Knowledge and experience * Experience in payroll data with the ability to produce payroll reports * Extensive knowledge of Payroll/HR related legislation and compliance * 3-5 years’ experience working in a complex in house payroll environment * Experience working with Microsoft Office Products, particularly Excel Desirable: * Experience working with the Jade Star payroll system * Experience with payroll systems making changes and regression testing with upgrades * Working knowledge of the Holidays Act Qualifications You need either: * Secondary School Qualification * Tertiary qualification in business/ finance or related discipline. Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you: * 4% KiwiSaver employer contribution * Access to discounted travel, health insurance & holiday houses across NZ as part of the Staff Welfare Trust * A strong Zero Harm policy to keep you safe Rā aukati | Applications close:18 November 2025

Wellington, New Zealand

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Payroll / Accounts Administrator64228254221441111

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Payroll / Accounts Administrator

Are you an experienced Payroll Administrator who enjoys variety and thrives in a busy, team-oriented environment? This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a weekly payroll and be involved in a wide range of finance and administrative functions that keep a well-established construction business running smoothly. About the Role You’ll manage the full payroll process for up to 70 staff using Employment Hero software, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payments each week. Beyond payroll, this role will see you involved in general administration, accounts payable, creditor follow-ups, and keeping track of the company’s training matrix. It’s a varied position that suits someone who loves structure but doesn’t mind rolling up their sleeves to help out wherever needed. You’ll be part of a small, supportive team that values initiative, teamwork, and reliability. Key Responsibilities • Manage weekly payroll for approximately 70 staff using Employment Hero. • Process timesheets, allowances, deductions, and leave in line with company and legislative requirements. • Maintain accurate employee records and ensure payroll compliance with NZ employment law. • Manage accounts payable and follow up with creditors to ensure timely payments. • Support month-end processes and assist with financial reporting. • Maintain and update the company’s training matrix to track staff certifications and renewals. • Provide general administrative support across finance and operations. • Assist with onboarding, compliance, and documentation for new employees. • Contribute to process improvements and help streamline business systems. What We’re Looking For • Experience managing weekly payroll (ideally 50–100 staff). • Proficiency with Employment Hero or similar payroll software. • Solid understanding of NZ payroll legislation, including PAYE, leave entitlements, and KiwiSaver. • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. • Experience with accounts payable and creditor management. • Intermediate to advanced Excel and general computer skills. • Excellent communication and organisation skills. • A proactive, adaptable attitude – willing to jump in and help across different areas of the business. Why You’ll Love This Role • Be part of a friendly, supportive team in a respected, growing business. • Enjoy a varied role that blends payroll, admin, and finance support. • Full ownership of payroll with autonomy and trust from management. • Competitive pay and long-term stability. • Based in Wiri with parking and easy motorway access from South and Central Auckland. If you’re a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator who enjoys variety and thrives in a busy environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us confidentially for more details.

Manukau City Centre, Auckland, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Senior Payroll Specialist64219102131202112

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Senior Payroll Specialist

Senior Payroll Specialist - Competitive Salary Package - Monday – Friday, Yaldhurst location - Supportive and Collaborative Company Culture About the role | Mo te tunga Are you a payroll expert ready to take on a new challenge in a large, complex environment? Our client is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to lead end-to-end payroll processing and contribute to system and process improvements in a large, complex environment. You’ll manage payroll operations using PayGlobal and Workforce Time & Attendance systems, ensuring accuracy across weekly, fortnightly, and monthly pay cycles. You’ll also play a key role in interpreting and applying Collective Employment Agreements (CEAs), maintaining documentation, and supporting the wider team’s understanding of employment terms. Key Responsibilities: Payroll Operations - Process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls - Maintain employee records in PayGlobal and Workforce systems - Support the Payroll Development Manager with reporting and analysis - Oversee the implementation and administration of Collective Bargaining Agreements, supporting a broader understanding across the team - Respond to internal and external payroll queries with accuracy and professionalism - Maintain payroll documentation and training materials Reporting & Projects - Assist with payroll testing, system upgrades, and improvement initiatives - Manage payroll-related reporting for external agencies (e.g. IRD, ACC, Southern Cross) - Maintain records for employee benefits, including insurance, superannuation, and motor vehicles Compliance & Complexity - Ensure payroll operations comply with NZ legislation (e.g. Holidays Act 2003, Employment Relations Act 2000, KiwiSaver Act 2006) - Understand immigration requirements and ACC accreditation processes About You | Moku Ake - Extensive end-to-end payroll experience in a large organisation - Strong technical payroll knowledge and advanced Excel skills - Experience with PayGlobal and Workforce Time & Attendance - High attention to detail and a proactive approach - Strong communication and relationship-building skills - Tech-savvy with a continuous improvement mindset Apply now via 'Quick Apply'. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Payroll Team Leader

LIC is a farmer-owned co-operative that’s been supporting herd improvement in New Zealand’s dairy sector for more than 115 years. We’re focused on providing superior genetics, reliable testing and diagnostics, integrated on-farm software, and great customer service, all designed to help farmers make smarter decisions every day. As a proud generational co-operative, we’re here for farmers, their families, and rural communities, not just for today, but for the future. And none of it happens without our people. Whether on farm, in the lab, or behind the scenes, every one of us plays a part in helping New Zealand farmers succeed. **About the Role:** Are you ready to take the lead in delivering accurate and timely payroll services? We’re looking for an experienced Payroll professional to manage our payroll team, ensuring compliance and excellence in every pay cycle. This is an exciting opportunity to not only lead the payroll team but to play a key role in upcoming project work. This is a hands-on leadership role where your expertise will help to shape the future of payroll within our organisation. **Key responsibilities include:** * Leadership & Team Management: * Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing payroll team. * Allocate and coordinate team workload to meet service delivery targets. * Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability. **Payroll Operations:** * Oversee and assist with end-to-end payroll processing for NZ-based employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness, including reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, payments and reporting to IRD. * Act as the escalation point for complex payroll queries and discrepancies. * Ensure payroll data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with internal policies. **Compliance & Legislation:** * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of NZ employment legislation including the Holidays Act, PAYE, KiwiSaver and other statutory requirements. * Ensure payroll practices are compliant with current laws, individual and collective agreements, and audit standards. * Support internal and external audits, ensuring documentation and processes meet regulatory requirements. * Conduct risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies relating to fraud, misappropriation or misuse of information, and ensure all controls and compliance requirements are operating effectively and data integrity is maintained. **Project Management:** * Lead and contribute to payroll-related projects, including system upgrades and configuration, process improvements and legislative change implementations. * Collaborate with People & Performance (P&P), Finance and IT teams to deliver integrated solutions. * Develop and maintain project documentation, timelines, and stakeholder communications. **About You:** * Minimum of 5 years' experience in NZ payroll, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. * Relevant tertiary qualification, or equivalent previous experience. * Strong understanding of NZ payroll and employment legislation and compliance requirements. * Proven experience managing payroll system changes/projects. * Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. * Experience with payroll/HRIS systems. SAP preferred, but not essential. **In Return: ** In addition to a competitive salary, you'll receive extra leave days, flexible working options, discounted health, life, income and disability insurances, access to our employee shares scheme, wellbeing discounts, free onsite parking, an employee assistance programme, plus more! If you're after a rewarding career that offers development, learning and loads of exceptional experiences then look no further, you've found it. At LIC we are leading the way and we would love to welcome you to the team.

Hamilton, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Office Administrator - Payroll/Tax63829922138243114

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Office Administrator - Payroll/Tax

Our company is a well established firm with a good reputation. We have a high level of involvement in the agricultural and rural sectors, as well as a broad range of other businesses. We also have a strong social club. We require an office administration person to • Complete and administer our client payroll activities • Manage our Xero and associated system requirements • Manage our client tax system • Complete other administration duties as required. You will already know what is involved with payroll, Xero and tax as you will ideally already be doing that or have done that in the past. You will be self motivated and proactive, have an eye for detail, be organised and methodical. You will meet deadlines and have a high degree of confidentiality. You will have a desire to assist our accounting team members and our clients. This role requires a minimum of 30 hours per week. If you are seeking new challenges or just a change in pace and want to work in a family orientated team environment in South Canterbury please reply with your application by Thursday 2 October 2025. Please send your CV and covering letter to vacancy@fordsimpson.co.nz or click on Apply.

Timaru, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Payroll Specialist

The role We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join the People & Culture team of a well-known, family owned business to take responsibility of their weekly payroll function of around 500 employees. What is in it for you * $33-$39 per hour * 24 hour week (Monday - Wednesday) * Potential for the role to go full-time in the future * Join a company that truly values, really looks after & backs their employees for success. What you will be doing * Preparing & processing weekly payroll for around 500 employees * Maintaining and updating employee records * Liaising with internal stakeholders and hold them accountable to ensure payroll process runs smoothly * Using HRIS & Payroll system whilst making sure any compliance & legal obligations are followed. * Support wider People & Culture team when needed and may have the opportunity to be involved with some project work. What we need from you * 2 + years of previous payroll experience, ideally 200+ employees * Good Excel knowledge * Understanding of relevant legislation * Strong attention to detail with complete accuracy is a must. * Great open communications skills are vital - being able to build relationships with a range of stakeholders, often in different locations throughout the country is key to success. * Ability to handle the pressure of deadlines and being able to work autonomously. Apply now or get in contact with Ash to find out more.

Manukau City Centre, Auckland, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Payroll Administrator - IMS | 24 hrs/week63732031949698116

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Payroll Administrator - IMS | 24 hrs/week

**Adecco is a global leader in workforce solutions**, and we're proud to be partnering with a respected client in the Tauranga region. We're currently seeking an experienced **Payroll Administrator** to join their team on a part-time basis, working **24 hours per week**. **About the Role:** In this role, you'll be responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time using **IMS payroll software**. You'll also manage employee records, ensure compliance with NZ payroll legislation, and provide support to HR and finance teams. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a supportive and collaborative team culture. **Key Responsibilities:** * Processing end-to-end payroll using **IMS** * Maintaining employee records and managing timesheets * Ensuring payroll compliance with NZ legislation * Handling payroll-related queries and employee support * Assisting HR and finance teams as needed * Supporting basic EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) reporting **What We're Looking For:** * Previous experience in a payroll administration role * Proficiency with payroll systems - **IMS experience preferred** * High attention to detail and strong accuracy * Understanding of EHS processes is an advantage * Excellent communication and organisational skills * Ability to work independently and meet deadlines If you're passionate about payroll and confident using IMS, we'd love to hear from you! 👉 **Apply now** or get in touch for more information. 📧 **Email:** tchap@adecco.co.nz *"By applying for this job, you confirm you have read www.adecco.co.nz/privacy-policy/ and consent to the Collection Statement located via https://www.adecco.co.nz/collection-statement/* *By proceeding, you agree to receive marketing e-mails from The Adecco Group and acknowledge you can opt out at any time.* *As one of the world's largest employers, we believe in talent not labels, and focus on the diverse and unique skills our people bring. Our commitment to equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity is part of our broader dedication to respecting fundamental human rights across our value chain. We seek to foster a culture of belonging and purpose, an environment where everyone can thrive and feel engaged, and where difference is respected and valued."*

Tauranga, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

HVAC Service Technician63620455989122117

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HVAC Service Technician

HVAC Service Technician Wellington | Full-time | Excellent Benefits Wellington | Full-time | Excellent Benefits Kinetic Recruitment is on the lookout for a NZ Registered Electrician ready to step into the HVAC service space. This role offers the chance to use your electrical expertise while developing specialist HVAC skills across a variety of commercial buildings. You’ll join a tight-knit, multi-trade service team that provides strong support, while also enjoying the independence to manage your own jobs. About you: - NZ Registered Electrician or Electrical Service Technician (minimum Paper A & B) - Commercial air conditioning experience is an advantage, but not required - Able to pass a security check - NZ resident or valid NZ work visa What’s on offer: - Competitive hourly rate + company vehicle - Ongoing training and career development - Hours: 7:30–5:00pm Mon–Thurs, 7:30am–4:00pm Fri Applications for this position should have NZ residency OR open work visa !!! If you're interested in this role, forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Mick@kinetic.co.nz or Call Mick 027 296 9092

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Payroll Administrator

Onestaff are leaders in the industrial recruitment market in New Zealand. Our people are what make our company stand out from the crowd. We care about our clients, candidates, and the long-term business relationships that we develop. We are looking for a part-time Payroll Administrator to join our team and process our temporary workforce weekly pays. This is a Monday to Wednesday 8.30am to 5pm role. You will need to be confident working in a highly pressured environment, whilst remaining professional and composed. Your daily duties will include but are not limited to: * Payment of staff wages through the computerised payroll system * Processing of new and leaving staff -you will need fast and accurate data entry skills with strong attention to detail Alongside processing the pays you will be required to answer phone calls and email queries regarding weekly pays and respond in a timely manner. This role is for an immediate start and the successful candidate will also be required to work thru the Christmas / New Year period of 2025-2026. Also having some flexibility to work an extra day of the week to cover sick leave / school holidays would be advantageous. Payroll experience and knowledge of the New Zealand legislation is preferred The company is in a new modern building based in the Central City. Please apply online with an up-to-date CV

Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Payroll Advisor

* Permanent, full-time position! * Based in Wellington CBD, National Office * Competitive starting salary $69,000 Mo te tunga | About the role As Payroll Advisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day payroll administration and processing activities across the IHC Group, ensuring accurate and timely payroll services with a strong customer focus. Your duties will include preparing and processing fortnightly payrolls, maintaining and updating employee records in the payroll system, processing final payments and deductions, and ensuring compliance with payroll-related legislation. You will also contribute to payroll-related projects assigned by the Payroll Manager, respond to staff payroll queries, and actively maintain and develop your payroll knowledge and skills. Nga pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring * Previous payroll experience in a medium to large organisation is an advantage but not essential * Strong problem-solving skills and a good understanding of employment agreements, including pay classifications * Confident using Microsoft Office and ideally familiar with payroll or self-service systems * High attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy * Well-organised, able to prioritise, meet deadlines, and perform under pressure in a changing environment * Self-motivated with a strong customer service focus and excellent communication skills Nou te rourou | What's in it for you? * Join a supportive and collaborative team that values your contributions * Enjoy a role where accuracy and attention to detail are truly appreciated * Access ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow your payroll expertise * Be part of an organisation that makes a meaningful difference in people's lives * Benefit from flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance * Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and other wellbeing support Mo matou | About us The IHC Group is made up of our charitable programmes and three wholly owned subsidiaries, committed to supporting people with intellectual disabilities to lead satisfying lives in the community and to providing housing and tenancy services to people in need. Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply Submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button. As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV, and cover letter outlining your previous experience and motivation to apply for this role. If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruitment@ihc.org.nz. The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Payroll Functional Specialist636122305992981110

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Payroll Functional Specialist

Payroll Functional Specialist * Work with a supportive and knowledgeable team in a fantastic organisation * Ascender payroll experience required * Wellington Central location Mo te Tukurau Aotearoa - About NZ Post There's a story in every parcel. And wrapped up in every parcel, is the people of NZ Post. Our mahi is different, but we share the same goal - to contribute to the growth and prosperity of our beautiful Aotearoa. Whether you're a number-crunching data analyst, a parcel processing whizz, a marketing maven, or a sales superstar, we've got a spot for you in our dynamic team. Start your journey with us. Korero mo te turanga - About the role Working as part of a team of specialists, you'll provide support to our payroll applications, including testing and maintaining system upgrades, supporting future enhancements, processing periodic reporting as well as regular testing, SQL reporting and queries. You'll also keep on top of legislation changes, utilising available tools within our pay system (Ascender Pay) to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Excellent communication skills are a must in this role as you have key links with Finance and the wider business for various reporting internally and externally including reports to Stats NZ, and other Government departments. The excitement of upcoming challenges and changes mean there are lots of opportunities to contribute real value and tick off some big-ticket career goals, like implementing new HRIS systems, time and attendance projects, and integrating different business units into the fold. Mou - About youYou'll have a passion for systems, numbers and of course the mechanics of payroll systems. You'll combine this with either prior experience in either a similar role or a finance or systems BA role. Words used to describe you include naturally inquisitive, an easy communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels, a self-starter who works well both autonomously and as part of a team. You'll couple all of this with: * SQL and strong Excel knowledge (including pivot tables, look ups, graphs etc) * Analytical background and experience * Attention to detail * Experience developing, implementing and applying quality assurance methods to functional and technical specifications He Aha Te Pai - What you'll love about us! We're passionate about our commitment to deliver the best for Aotearoa - to help businesses thrive, and to deliver what Kiwis care about. Our permanent employees enjoy a variety of benefits including: * Special rates on fantastic holiday home accommodation around New Zealand * Retail shopping discounts with our partners * An Employee Assistance programme to support you when you need it * Plus more!! Hiahia? - Interested? Come and join the whanau! Ready to be part of something bigger? Apply today, or find out more details about this opportunity by downloading the JD on the NZ Post Careers page. If you require additional information, please contact Gemma Corbett via gemma.corbett@nzpost.co.nz or 027 372 4705. Applications for this opportunity close on 15 July 2025. All successful applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand and will be subject to a security check and reference checks. Some of our roles may also require a credit check and/or a drug test. If you're interested in a role, please apply directly through our online portal. No one knows what we do and how we do it better than us, and our in-house talent team are experts at finding the right people for the right roles. We won't consider candidates through agencies unless this has been previously approved. There's something really special about being part of the team here at NZ Post - Tukurau Aotearoa, who we are and what we stand for is grounded in our values. We are proud to be Rainbow Tick certified and recognise the diversity and uniqueness of our workforce and reaffirm our commitment to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Managed Payroll Account Manager634998885731871111

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Managed Payroll Account Manager

A bit about Smartly, a Datacom company We exist to make it simpler for Kiwi businesses to look after their people. We’re known as the simple way to sort your payroll for over 20,000 businesses. Our slick software combined with our awesome support team help businesses pay their people on time, accurately and in line with legislation. Which I’m sure you’d agree is important stuff.  We wholeheartedly believe that if you put people first, everyone wins. Great employees and great employee relationships are still one of the most valuable things a business can have. Look after them, and success however you measure it gets easier. Your people win, your customers win, you win. What we’re looking for An experienced payroll professional who loves a challenge in a high volume, fast-paced environment. Passionate about exceeding the needs of customers and providing a smooth and efficient end to end payroll experience. Someone who: · Has the customer at the heart of everything they do. · Is self-motivated and proactive. · Is well organised and detail driven to ensure accuracy in capturing the correct information. What does the job involve? You will be responsible for managing payrolls for a portfolio of clients on Smartly’s Managed Payroll Service. This role will ensure preparation/completion of customer payrolls to appropriate quality standards within time and to company requirements. You will ensure high standards are being met and maintained throughout each part of the process and ensure customer expectations are exceeded. You will uphold the highest levels of customer service, retaining and growing customer accounts where possible. What you will bring · Working knowledge of NZ payroll and legislation. · Proven experience in account management, customer service and/or sales. · Highly developed numeric, analytical and problem-solving skills. · High level of accuracy and proven communications skills. · The ability to create and maintain positive relationships with clients. · Effective work organisation and prioritisation skills with an ability to manage a wide variety of tasks. What you'll get An attractive salary and additional benefits (e.g. free health insurance). Flexible working – opportunity to work from home. Conveniently located right next to the Lower Hutt shopping mall. Awesome company-wide culture – we love a massive morning tea, an epic work party, and the random rolling lunch. We’re also passionate about our people and seeing them thrive.

Lower Hutt, New Zealand

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