Payroll & Office Administrator — Client-Focused, Varied Role

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Yardley Lo & Associates seeks an organised Payroll Specialist & Office Administrator to join our Mornington team. This full-time role combines payroll processing with front‑office support, delivering excellent client experiences.

You'll manage client payrolls, handle payroll queries, and liaise with IRD, while keeping the office running smoothly and supporting Directors with scheduling.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' payroll administration experience.
• Experience managing multiple payrolls is advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of Holidays Act 2003 and employment legislation.
• Understanding of employment agreements for payroll compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with payroll and accounting software such as Xero, MYOB, PayHero or similar.

Responsibilities

• Managing and processing client payrolls.
• Helping clients navigate payroll queries and challenges.
• Providing friendly and professional front-office support.
• Providing front line assistance in the office with phone calls, emails and receiving clients to office.
• Keeping our office organised and running efficiently.
• Assisting with sending of accounts and client documentation.
• Liaising with IRD on behalf of clients.
• Supporting our Directors with scheduling and administration as required.

Skills

Payroll administration

Client communication

Attention to detail

Organised

Confidential information handling

Problem solving

Tools

Xero

MYOB

PayHero

Smartly

Job description

Yardley Lo & Associates seeks an organised Payroll Specialist & Office Administrator to join our Mornington team. This full-time role combines payroll processing with front‑office support, delivering excellent client experiences.

You'll manage client payrolls, handle payroll queries, and liaise with IRD, while keeping the office running smoothly and supporting Directors with scheduling.