Payroll Administrator With Beststart

Qjumpers; Auckland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BestStart is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our team in Manukau, Auckland, on a fixed-term contract from January to December 2027. You will help maintain employee records and support payroll processes to ensure accurate, timely payroll delivery under the Payroll Manager.

We’re looking for someone who is organized, detail‑oriented and enjoys working with people. Payroll experience is advantageous, but we’re happy to support someone taking their first step into payroll.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience in a busy environment.
• Attention to detail and time management.
• Willingness to learn payroll processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain employee records.
• Support payroll processes.
• Identify discrepancies in payroll data.
• Provide customer service to internal teams.

Skills

Administration experience

Payroll knowledge

Data entry

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

We’re looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our team at BestStart!

At BestStart, we're dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children by providing safe, nurturing and stimulating environments where they can grow, learn and thrive. We're incredibly proud to have been recognised with the Quality Service Award for Highest Quality ECE Service in New Zealand for the eighth time in 2026! Behind this achievement is a team of passionate people, including our Payroll team, who play an important role in supporting our 4,500+ employees across Aotearoa.

About the Role

Reporting to our Payroll Manager, based at our Manukau Support Office, you'll be joining a supportive and collaborative team responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll services.

You’ll help maintain employee records, support payroll processes, identify discrepancies and provide excellent customer service to our internal teams.

We're looking for someone who is organised, analytical and has great attention to detail. You enjoy working with people, can manage competing priorities and aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves to get things done. Previous administration experience is essential, while payroll experience would be an advantage. We're also happy to support someone looking to take their first step into payroll!

This is a fixed term, full-time position working 40 hours per week from our Manukau office from January - December 2027.

What you’ll bring

• Previous administration experience, ideally in a busy environment.
• Excellent computer, keyboard and data entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills.
• A customer-focused approach and a positive, flexible attitude.
• A willingness to learn and develop your payroll knowledge.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

What's in it for you?

We believe in supporting our people to grow, develop and thrive. Some of our benefits include:

• Discounted childcare for your little ones at BestStart.
• Whare Ako: Access to our online learning platform and career development opportunities.
• Wellbeing support: Confidential counselling through EAP and access to our wellbeing programme.
• Sick leave: Available from your first day.
• Great people: A comprehensive induction and supportive team environment.

Payroll Administrator with BestStart South Auckland - Auckland