Payroll Officer

About the role
This is a chance to join a well-regarded NZ Government agency with an excellent reputation where you’ll embed yourself in their established payroll function until February 2027

This role focuses on supporting the company’s BAU function and providing expert advice to your internal customer base around any payroll related queries.

The head office is based in the CBD and only a short walk from the train station and public transport links.  

What you’ll be doing
The Payroll Officer’s objective is to provide support on the team’s wider delivery for the payroll function and become that first point of contact for any related customer queries and operational processes.

In order to be successful in this role you must have the following experience:

• At least 2 years of payroll experience in a large corporate environment.
• Experience within a high-volume payroll processing environment
• Comprehension of the Holidays Act, IEAs, and Collective Agreements
• Exposure to complex payroll systems such as Chris 21, I-Chris or SAP
• A keen eye for detail, and high level of accuracy for payroll related data entry
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• The legal right to work in New Zealand.

 
What’s in it for you
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be offered the following:

• An attractive pro-rated salary package.
• full-time fixed term employment job security until February 2027
• A chance to join a well-regarded NZ Govt agency with a great reputation
• Exposure to a large-scale payroll environment with plenty of interesting processes to absorb.
• A supportive, engaging, and collaborative team environment and culture
• Guaranteed employment over the Christmas holidays
• 2 days of remote working per week
• Wellington CBD office near the train station and public transport links

 
What’s next
If you are interested in hearing about new opportunities within the payroll space in Wellington, then please submit your CV application via Seek and we’ll be in touch with you soon. Thank you!

You can also apply to this advert by visiting  www.h2r.co.nz and referring to reference 1256483

Alternatively, please reach out to Jack Rogers on [04 499 9471](tel:04 499 9471) or [email protected]