Hybrid Payroll Coordinator — Deliver Accurate, Timely Pay

Oranga Tamariki; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Wellington is hiring a Payroll Coordinator to ensure payroll operations run smoothly and compliantly. You’ll provide critical admin support across the payroll lifecycle—from verifying HR data to managing deductions, superannuation, ACC setup and final pays, working closely with the Payroll Manager.

This role is hybrid, office-based three days a week in Wellington with flexible WFH.

Qualifications

• Payroll experience is preferred but not necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to grasp concepts quickly and communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Sensitivity to cross-cultural practices, tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' culture.

Responsibilities

• Support payroll lifecycle activities, including data verification and deductions.
• Assist with superannuation, ACC setup and final pays under guidance of Payroll Manager.
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness and compliance with legislation and agreements.
• Serve as a first point of contact for payroll queries and confidential actions.

Skills

Payroll experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Cross-cultural awareness

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Wellington is hiring a Payroll Coordinator to ensure payroll operations run smoothly and compliantly. You’ll provide critical admin support across the payroll lifecycle—from verifying HR data to managing deductions, superannuation, ACC setup and final pays, working closely with the Payroll Manager.

This role is hybrid, office-based three days a week in Wellington with flexible WFH.