Payroll Specialist

Beca Limited; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Shareholding opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Industry specialists learning

Wellbeing leave

Parental leave

Discounted insurances

Job summary

Beca Limited is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end NZ payroll across our nationwide operations. You will ensure accurate pay, maintain employee records, and liaise closely with the People Advice team to resolve queries with care.

With 5+ years in NZ payroll, you will navigate payroll legislation and cross-jurisdiction requirements, leveraging DataPay and payroll reporting tools to deliver reliable, timely service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of end-to-end New Zealand payroll delivery.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance.
• Experience with DataPay and payroll reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Maintain employee records and collaborate with the People Advice team.
• Respond to payroll enquiries promptly with accurate, confidential advice.

Skills

End-to-end payroll

Payroll legislation

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Tools

DataPay

Payroll reporting tools

Job description

Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

As a Payroll Specialist who enjoys complexity, look no further! Our nationwide New Zealand payroll operations provide a diverse and dynamic environment. Combined with a range of internal and intercompany variables, this role offers plenty of challenges beyond a standard payroll setting. You will be responsible for ensuring our employees are paid the right amount at the right time, maintaining employee records and working closely with our People Advice team. You will also respond to enquiries promptly, providing accurate advice and managing all queries with sensitivity and care.

Mōu ake | About you

You bring 5+ years of experience in end-to-end New Zealand payroll delivery, with a strong understanding of payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and payroll processes across multiple jurisdictions. Recognised as a trusted source of payroll expertise, you stay current with employment-related policies and regulations, proactively expanding your knowledge and sharing insights with others. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, timeliness and exceptional service are paramount. With experience using DataPay and confidence navigating payroll systems and reporting tools, you can effectively manage complex payroll activities while ensuring compliance and delivering high‑quality outcomes. Above all, you are a collaborative team player who builds strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You take pride in supporting employees and leaders, balancing technical expertise with a customer‑focused approach and a passion for continuous improvement. You enjoy working as part of a team that makes a tangible difference to people across the business and are committed to delivering a reliable, accurate and professional payroll service.

Ko tā mātou hei hoatu | What we offer

• Build your skills through our extensive Professional development training programs
• Shareholding opportunities
• A supportive and caring work environment where you can bring your whole self to work
• Flexible working arrangements to balance your personal / family commitments
• Opportunities to learn from our industry specialists and technical gurus across the Asia-Pacific
• Wellbeing and volunteer leave
• Enhanced parental leave with up to 22 weeks full paid leave after the birth or placement of your child, inclusive of all genders
• Discounted insurances including health, life, and income protection

Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences.

Hello! And welcome to a whole new world of possibilities with Beca. We hope you’re as keen as we are to find out more about each other. We look forward to seeing your application. The Talent Acquisition Team Make everyday better Creative people together transforming our world' is our vision. It reflects our culture, our aspirations and our purpose - to make everyday better. But we need problem solvers - the makers, the creators, the planners and practitioners to convert ideas into reality. For over 100 years, we’ve been making a visible difference, developing, and delivering solutions for our clients, our people and our community. Focusing on sustainability, innovation, and digital technologies, to create better and safer outcomes. What makes us different? At Beca, our people are our business. We support curiosity and value great ideas, and are passionate about creating a workplace where people are engaged, feel incredible and can belong. Our employee-ownership model sets us apart. It’s an opportunity for our people to be invested in the future success of our business, with share ownership available for eligible employees. We also offer a range of employee benefits, designed to reward and recognise the amazing things our people are doing everyday. And our values of partnership, tenacity, enjoyment and care are reflected in the way we work, with our people and with our clients. When you are part of our Beca family, you’ll own your own career path and contribute to a legacy. Join us and discover for yourself how you own your career and can make a everyday better.