Seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to ensure precise payroll processing for a large workforce across New Zealand. Role involves overseeing payroll-related queries, leading a payroll administration team, & maintain strict compliance. Chris21 essential. Full description.

• Lead payroll operations for a large, respected NZ-wide organisation
• Work with a supportive team, valuing work-life balance and collaboration
• Make an impact by supporting essential services for local communities
• Grow professionally in a high-volume, complex payroll environment
• Competitive salary with potential for contract or permanent options
• Immediate start in East Auckland for a quick transition to the role and handover

The company is a well-established leading provider of essential and critical services across New Zealand, with a commitment to protecting communities and businesses. They offer a broad range of service solutions, including the secure transport of valuables, alarm response, and static and mobile guarding services. Leveraging decades of experience, the collaborative combines advanced technology with a responsive, people-first approach to deliver reliable service across a nationwide footprint under outstanding leadership.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and ensure the smooth and accurate processing of a complex payroll for a large workforce spread across New Zealand. This role requires a highly organised professional who can manage payroll-related queries, lead a payroll administration team, and ensure full compliance with payroll regulations. It is essential to have Chris21 experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly and monthly payroll accurately and efficiently - pay everyone accurately and on time, every time.
• Prepare, maintain, and review records for pay runs.
• Conduct end-of-month processing and reconciliations.
• File and reconcile IRD returns.
• Address internal and external payroll queries in a professional manner.
• Oversee a small payroll team and assist with payroll-related inquiries.

About You:

• Experience: At least 5 years of NZ payroll experience with proficiency in Chris 21, and demonstrated ability within a high volume, complex pay run.
• Sound knowledge and practical application of payroll legislation.
• Communication and superior customer service: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on providing excellent service.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively with a team and collaborate across the wider business.
• Outstanding time management and problem-solving abilities: ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous with data entry and maintaining payroll integrity.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package.
• Supportive Environment: Join an organisation that values and promotes work-life balance.
• Meaningful work: deliver in your area of expertise and add value to a large front-line work force.

This is an exciting opportunity for a payroll professional, with solid payroll experience looking to contribute to a well-respected and impactful organisation. If you're ready to take on a new challenge in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Action:

To register your interest in this superb opportunity, please submit your details in absolute confidence attaching both an updated CV and cover letter (explaining your alignment to the role criteria, in Word please), and click ‘Apply,' or for a confidential conversation, contact Amanda Scott Consulting Director, talentnow! on 021784483.

We will be progressing with applications as soon as we receive them, therefore please submit your application without delay.

This role is available to NZ based candidates who meet the criteria set out in this advertisement, and accordingly we will acknowledge receipt of their application.

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