End-to-End Payroll & Office Admin Lead

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Whakatu; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo Foods is seeking a Payroll & Administration Lead to own end-to-end payroll for all staff across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness while complying with NZ laws. You will also handle accounts receivable, invoicing, GST, and month-end processes.

The role requires 50+ staff payroll experience, solid Excel and payroll software skills, and practical accounting knowledge. This on-site position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities to influence payroll operations.

Qualifications

• End-to-end payroll experience for all employees.
• Experience with leave calculations and statutory deductions.
• Strong understanding of NZ payroll legislation including Holidays Act 2003 and KiwiSaver.
• Accounts receivable knowledge and GST compliance is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Run payroll for all employees on each cycle, including wages, overtime and allowances.
• Collect and reconcile timesheets with managers and obtain approvals.
• Process leave entitlements under Holidays Act 2003.
• Handle PAYE, KiwiSaver and other deductions.
• Set up new starters and process leavers and final pays.
• Maintain payroll records and GL reconciliation monthly.
• Process sales invoicing and GST compliance.

Skills

Payroll accuracy

Attention to detail

MS Excel

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

NCEA Level 3 or equivalent

Diploma in Business Management or Bachelor of Business Studies (desirable)

Payroll training/certification (desirable)

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Apollo Foods is seeking a Payroll & Administration Lead to own end-to-end payroll for all staff across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness while complying with NZ laws. You will also handle accounts receivable, invoicing, GST, and month-end processes.

The role requires 50+ staff payroll experience, solid Excel and payroll software skills, and practical accounting knowledge. This on-site position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities to influence payroll operations.