Collaborative Payroll Specialist – Auckland (Fixed-Term)

New Zealand Government; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Auckland is seeking a Payroll Officer to join our payroll team on a fixed-term basis. The role delivers high-quality payroll services in a fast-paced shared services environment and supports participating services across the motu.

You will be responsible for accurate and timely payroll data processing, loading HR and pay information, maintenance, and compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.

Qualifications

• Experience working in payroll or accounts functions.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Customer-focused approach with the ability to respond to payroll queries professionally and efficiently.
• Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the ability to apply its principles in your everyday work.
• Experience in a shared services or large organisational environment, and at least two years' payroll experience, will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll data accurately and on time for each pay cycle.
• Load HR and pay information, maintain records and ensure compliance with relevant policies and legislation.
• Respond to payroll queries professionally within agreed service levels and collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth payroll processes.

Skills

Payroll experience

Detail-oriented

Excel proficiency

Customer service

Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Auckland is seeking a Payroll Officer to join our payroll team on a fixed-term basis. The role delivers high-quality payroll services in a fast-paced shared services environment and supports participating services across the motu.

You will be responsible for accurate and timely payroll data processing, loading HR and pay information, maintenance, and compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.