Payroll Officer - NZ & Australia

Lagardère AWPL; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Staff discounts

Career development

Paid parental leave

Employee referral program

Wellbeing leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

LagardèreAWPL is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to own the New Zealand payroll end-to-end, navigate NZ legislation such as the Holidays Act, and resolve payroll issues promptly. You will also provide Australian payroll cover during leave, support a complex retail workforce under multiple Modern Awards, and work across UKG and other HR systems, using Excel for reconciliations and reporting.

Join our Sydney-based team, with four days in the office and a flexible one-day work-from-home

Qualifications

• Strong end-to-end NZ payroll experience.
• Sound knowledge of NZ payroll legislation, including the Holidays Act.
• Experience with PAYE, KiwiSaver, ACC, leave, holiday pay and terminations.
• Australian payroll experience, ideally within retail and/or multiple Modern Awards.
• Strong systems capability, ideally including UKG.
• Confident Excel skills (pivots and vlookups).
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and a genuine customer-service mindset.
• Confidence working independently and taking ownership of payroll issues through to resolution.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end New Zealand payroll.
• Be the go-to expert for NZ payroll requirements and legislation.
• Provide Australian payroll cover during periods of leave.
• Support a complex retail workforce across multiple Modern Awards.
• Work across UKG, payroll and other HR systems.
• Use your strong Excel skills for reconciliations, reporting and problem-solving.
• Deliver responsive, high-quality service to employees, managers and HR.
• Join a collaborative Sydney-based team, working 4 days per week in the office.

Skills

NZ payroll end-to-end

NZ payroll legislation

Payroll systems (UKG)

Advanced Excel (Pivot/VLOOKUP)

Independent ownership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service mindset

Tools

UKG

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist who is confident independently managing New Zealand payroll from end to end and navigating the complexities that come with it.

You’ll take ownership of the NZ payroll, investigate and resolve payroll issues, manage reconciliations and statutory requirements, including ACC-related payroll requirements, and ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. You’ll also provide backup for Australian payroll during periods of leave.

About the role

• Own the end-to-end New Zealand payroll
• Be the go-to expert for NZ payroll requirements and legislation
• Provide Australian payroll cover during periods of leave
• Support a complex retail workforce across multiple Modern Awards
• Work across UKG, payroll and other HR systems
• Use your strong Excel skills for reconciliations, reporting and problem-solving
• Deliver responsive, high-quality service to employees, managers and HR
• Join a collaborative Sydney-based team, working 4 days per week in the office

What you’ll bring

• Strong end-to-end NZ payroll experience
• Sound knowledge of NZ payroll legislation, including the Holidays Act
• Experience with PAYE, KiwiSaver, ACC, leave, holiday pay and terminations
• Australian payroll experience, ideally within retail and/or multiple Modern Awards
• Strong systems capability, ideally including UKG
• Confident Excel skills (pivots and vlookups)
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and a genuine customer-service mindset
• Confidence working independently and taking ownership of payroll issues through to resolution

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
• Wellbeing Leave – From day one our permanent employees receive a paid Wellbeing Leave day
• Employee Assistance Program – Everyone has FREE access to TELUS Health – a 24/7 service offering compassionate, confidential support whenever you need it

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!

We Value Diversity & Inclusion

AtLagardèreAWPL,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.