Payroll Manager

Linfox; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Linfox New Zealand is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager based in Auckland to lead the payroll function and shape its ongoing development. You will drive the delivery of accurate, timely payroll processing while guiding a payroll team and collaborating with finance, HR and IT partners across NZ and Australia.

The role requires 10+ years in payroll, strong NZ legislation knowledge, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading payroll operations in a medium-sized business.
• Strong knowledge of NZ employment legislation and payroll compliance.
• Demonstrated managerial or supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the payroll team for accurate and timely processing.
• Ensure statutory reporting and filing requirements are met.
• Partner with Finance on tax, legislative and audit compliance.
• Provide payroll reporting and remuneration information to stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements and system upgrades with providers.

Skills

Payroll leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

System proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in management or accounting

Payroll Management accreditation

Tools

SuccessFactors (EC/ECP)

Kronos

Microsoft Office

Job description

Payroll Manager

Job no: 493907
Work type: Permanent - Full-time
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Categories: Human resources, Finance

At Linfox, we believe together, anything is possible. Our people are at the heart of our business, and our values of Loyalty, Integrity, Fairness and Trust underpin how we work and the relationships we build. Safety is central to everything we do, with a strong focus on creating a safe working environment for ourselves and others.

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and shape the payroll function for Linfox New Zealand, while driving a key transformation initiative through the implementation of a new payroll system.

Based in Auckland and reporting to the General Manager Finance and Commercial, you will lead a team and take ownership of the effective delivery and ongoing development of the payroll function. This is a broad role spanning payroll operations, compliance, systems, reporting, process improvement and stakeholder support, with regular collaboration across Linfox New Zealand and with our Payroll and technology teams in Australia.

• Lead, support and develop the payroll team, fostering a collaborative and service-focused environment.
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately, compliantly and on time, including associated statutory reporting and filing requirements.
• Partner with Finance to ensure payroll-related tax, legislative and audit requirements are met.
• Provide timely payroll advice, reporting and remuneration information to employees, managers and senior stakeholders.
• Interpret legislative changes impacting payroll and coordinate payroll system upgrades and solutions with software providers.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen systems and improve efficiency across the payroll function.

Ō pūkenga | What You’ll Need to Succeed

You will be an experienced payroll professional who brings strong technical knowledge alongside proven people leadership and stakeholder management capability. You'll be comfortable operating across both the operational and improvement aspects of payroll, with the judgement and initiative to work through complex issues and deliver quality outcomes.

You will bring:

• 10+ years' experience working within a payroll function, including experience in a medium-sized business of 500+ employees.
• Demonstrated managerial or supervisory experience across diverse teams.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll calculations, processing and applicable New Zealand employment legislation.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, supported by strong analytical skills.
• A tertiary qualification in management or accounting and industry accreditation in Payroll Management is highly regarded.
• Strong systems capability, including proficiency in SuccessFactors (EC/ECP) and Kronos, along with strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills, with a commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.
• Strong organization, initiative and the ability to consistently deliver to deadlines and high standards.

Te whakaurunga | Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Linfox is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people can contribute and succeed. We value the different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds our people bring to our business.

He pai ki a koe? | Sound like you?

If you're an experienced payroll leader looking to take ownership of an important business function while developing a team and driving continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and willing to undertake pre-employment checks as part of the recruitment process.

Advertised: 30 Oct 2026 New Zealand Daylight Time
Applications close: 15 Nov 2026 New Zealand Daylight Time