Payroll Administrator

Gallagher; Hamilton; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Life Insurance

Staff discounts

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our Finance team in Hamilton. You will process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for our NZ and AU teams, handling adjustments, tax, and super contributions while keeping employee records accurate.

With at least 5 years of payroll experience and strong knowledge of NZ payroll legislation (Australian exposure a plus), you will collaborate with the Payroll Manager and People/Finance teams to ensure compliant, efficient payroll

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Strong collaboration and team-focused mindset are required.
• Proficiency in payroll systems and Microsoft Excel is expected.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for NZ and AU teams.
• Handle payroll adjustments, tax, and super contributions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with Payroll Manager and People/Finance teams to improve processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Collaborative

Attention to detail

Payroll knowledge

Education

Relevant qualification in accounting/finance/HR

Tools

PayGlobal

SAP

HiBob (HRIS)

Job description

About Gallagher

Our purpose at Gallagher is ‘Protect what matters most’ and we live it every day. Not only does our technology protect some of the world’s highest security environments and agriculture businesses but our purpose also means we care deeply about our people and their families. With operations in New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, USA, Canada, the UK and Europe and exports across the world, we provide our employees unrivalled globally focused career pathways.

The Opportunity

We’re on the lookout for a sharp-eyed, proactive Payroll Administrator to join our awesome Finance team. If you thrive on precision, love ticking off tasks with accuracy, and enjoy making complex processes run like clockwork - this could be your perfect fit.

In this role, you’ll be the go-to person for processing weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls across our New Zealand and Australian teams. You’ll handle everything from payroll adjustments to tax and super contributions, all while keeping employee records in tip-top shape.

You’ll work closely with our Payroll Manager and collaborate with our People and Finance teams to make sure our payroll processes are not just compliant but aligned with our values and ways of working. It’s a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-performing team, contribute to meaningful improvements, and bring your payroll expertise to a company that truly values its people.

The Fit

You’ll bring at least 5 years of payroll experience in a medium to large organisation, with strong knowledge of NZ payroll legislation and ideally some exposure to Australian payroll.

You’ll Also Have

• A relevant qualification in accounting, finance, or HR


• Digitally competent, demonstrating strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and have hands-on experience with payroll systems to ensure accurate and efficient payroll processing. Knowledge of PayGlobal will be an advantage.


• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills


• A collaborative, team-focused mindset


• Experience with SAP, HiBob (HRIS) is a plus

Why Gallagher?

At Gallagher, we’re proud of our vibrant, collaborative office environment where innovation and people come first. While we offer flexibility when needed, we believe the best ideas - and the best connections - happen face-to-face.

Our Hamilton campus is a hub of energy, creativity, and great coffee.

Here’s What You Can Look Forward To

• A friendly, supportive team culture


• Free on-site parking


• Life & Disability Insurance


• Staff discounts through the Boost App


• Regular team events, learning sessions, and plenty of opportunities to grow


• Global career pathways and a highly respected NZ brand

Make a meaningful impact in Gallagher’s Finance team and help us protect what matters most.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may be filled before the closing date.