Payroll Specialist, NZ Health System (Waikato)

North Island - Waikato Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kiwisaver contributions (if eligible)

Professional development

Wellness support

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Waikato is seeking a Payroll Administrator to deliver timely, accurate payroll services to our Waikato staff in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

You will support end-to-end payroll processes, ensure compliance with HR and payroll legislation, and work within the Payroll Team to meet deadlines. Experience with electronic payroll systems and a solid Excel/Word capability are preferred.

Qualifications

• NCEA level 3 or equivalent required or demonstrated work experience.
• At least 1 year of electronic payroll systems experience in a large organisation.
• Understanding of HR and payroll legislation as it applies to health services.
• Knowledge of collective and individual employment contracts is an advantage.
• Strong Excel and Word skills; proficient with general Office tools.
• PeopleSoft and OneStaff experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and accurate payroll processing for Health NZ employees in Waikato.
• Handle high-volume payroll tasks within the Payroll Team and meet deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with HR/payroll legislation and contracts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to optimise payroll processes and data integrity.

Skills

Payroll administration

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Excel

Word

Communication skills

Education

NCEA level 3 or equivalent

Tools

PeopleSoft

OneStaff

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Waikato is seeking a Payroll Administrator to deliver timely, accurate payroll services to our Waikato staff in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

You will support end-to-end payroll processes, ensure compliance with HR and payroll legislation, and work within the Payroll Team to meet deadlines. Experience with electronic payroll systems and a solid Excel/Word capability are preferred.