Payroll Specialist

Beca; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PD training and development

Shareholding opportunities

Supportive work environment

Flexible working arrangements

APAC knowledge sharing from industry/s

Wellbeing and volunteer leave

Enhanced parental leave (up to 22 wks)

Discounted insurances (health, life, T

Job summary

Beca is seeking a Payroll Specialist in New Zealand to manage end-to-end payroll across multiple jurisdictions. You will ensure accurate, timely pay, maintain records, and respond to enquiries with a client-focused mindset.

Leveraging DataPay and payroll reporting tools, you will partner with the People Advice team to deliver compliant, high-quality payroll services while balancing technical accuracy with stakeholder needs.

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 support payroll inquiries.
• Collaborate with People Advice to resolve queries with care.

Skills

Payroll delivery

DataPay

Payroll systems

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Excel

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

A career with Beca will provide you with:

• 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.