Payroll Officer

Lagardere AWPL; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Staff Discounts

Career Development

Parental Leave

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LagardèreAWPL, a leading travel retail operator across Australia and New Zealand, seeks a detailed payroll professional to manage end-to-end payroll for NZ and AU employees. You will handle fortnightly pays, journals, and payroll system maintenance while ensuring accuracy and timely compliance.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years NZ/AU payroll experience, knowledge of awards, KiwiSaver, and superannuation, and proficiency with Payroll/HRIS and T&A systems.

Qualifications

• NZ & AU payroll processing for 2–3 years across 500–700 employees.
• Knowledge of NZ awards, KiwiSaver, leave entitlements and superannuation.
• Proven accuracy and ability to meet strict payroll deadlines.
• Experience using Payroll/HRIS and T&A systems.

Responsibilities

• Process fortnightly pays for NZ employees and AU payroll.
• Prepare and post bank and payroll journals in Business Central and SAP.
• Maintain Payroll Inbox emails and IRD Portal messages.
• Reconcile and lodge IRD PAYE; update master files.

Skills

Payroll systems

Excel proficient

Tools

Affinity

UKG

HiBob

Job description

At LagardèreAWPL, we’re not just the largest Travel Retail operator in the Pacific – we’re the most passionate! With 150+ stores across Australia, & New Zealand, we bring big brands to life in airports and travel hubs. Our dynamic team of 1,500+ professionals work across 40 unique retail concepts – and now, we want YOU to join our team!

The Role:

Effectively perform and manage all payroll related functions for the organization, ensuring that all employees are paid correctly and efficiently.

What You’ll Do:

• Processing of fortnightly pays for all NZ employees and AU Payroll processing.
• Preparation & Posting Bank & Payroll Journals on Business Central & SAP (Inducing Trial Balance Checks).
• Maintenance & actioning emails from Payroll Inbox, IRD Portal Messages/Letters.
• IRD PAYE Reconciliation and lodgment.
• Updating New Hires, Cost Centre & any master files changes on Affinity Payroll System.
• Timesheets processing each fortnight from UKG Time & Attendance System.
• Reports to Management for Incentive Calculations (Monthly/Quarterly).
• Ensure all payroll and personnel forms are completed and chase any missing information.
• Preparation of Month End Reports.
• Payroll Tax Reconciliation Preparation.
• Respond promptly to payroll enquiries from employees/managers.
• Terminate leavers off payroll system and archive appropriately.
• Workers Compensation & ACC Queries, filing certificates and managing payments and handling requests from GSA & WorkCover.
• Preparation of Annual Wage estimates for Workers Comp Renewal.
• Processing GOV PPL & Company paid parental leave top ups.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information.
• Any ADHOC Duties/Reporting from time to time.

Qualifications & Experience

• Systems Savvy & Good with Excel (Pivots and Vlookups).
• Exposure or involvement in Systems Implementation or any payroll remediation projects.
• Experience using Payroll/HRIS and T&A Systems.
• NZ & AU Payroll Processing for at least 2-3 years for over 500 -700 employees.
• Knowledge of awards, KiwiSaver, leave entitlements and superannuation.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple payrolls and meet strict deadlines.
• A proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Affinity, UKG and/or HiBob is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Flexible Working – Flexible start and finish times, with the opportunity to work from home, one day per week
• Staff Discounts – Get exclusive discounts on products in our stores + extra savings on water & hot beverages
• Career Development – We offer opportunities to upskill, take on new challenges and grow your career within our vibrant network
• Paid Parental Leave – We proudly support growing families with up to 18 weeks of employer-funded top-up paid parental leave scheme + additional personal leave entitlements
• Employee Referral Program – Refer your awesome network for a chance to receive a reward + go into the running to win an end-of-year bonus
• Employee Assistance Program - Everyone has FREE access to TELUS Health – a 24/7 service offering compassionate, confidential support whenever you need it

We Value Diversity & Inclusion

At LagardèreAWPL, we value diversity, inclusivity, and a collaborative work environment, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team of people who share your passion for creativity and excellence.

Join us at LagardèreAWPL and be part of a global company that celebrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable practices.