HR & Payroll Assistant | AU/NZ (Internal)

D2B; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leaves

HMO

Job summary

Pear Tree seeks an HR & Payroll Assistant to support billing, payroll, and contract administration. This is a full-time remote, independent contractor role with PH time hours (Mon–Fri, 6:30AM–3:30PM).

Responsibilities include processing payroll in Xero, maintaining contracts, and HR records, ensuring accuracy and compliance for Australian and New Zealand operations. Ideal candidates have AU/NZ work experience, strong HR/payroll knowledge, and excellent English communication and organization for

Qualifications

• Experience as HR/Payroll Assistant or similar role.
• Proficient in Xero for payroll/billing.
• AU/NZ work experience preferred.
• Experience with contract administration.
• Strong HR/payroll knowledge.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.
• Ability to work remotely and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR and payroll administration.
• Process and maintain billing and payroll accurately using Xero.
• Prepare, review, and maintain employee and contractor agreements with correct formatting.
• Support the creation and administration of contracts, ensuring compliance and legality.
• Maintain accurate employee records, payroll data, and HR documentation.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely processing of payroll, invoices, and contract tasks.

Skills

Xero payroll

AU/NZ experience

Contract administration

HR/payroll support

Attention to detail

English communication

Job description

Position: HR & Payroll Assistant

Salary: TBD

Work Type: Independent Contractor - Full-time remote work

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30AM - 3:30PM PH Time

Holidays: Australian Holidays

OVERVIEW

As an HR & Payroll Assistant, you will support Pear Tree’s internal team with billing, payroll, and contract administration. You will focus on managing tasks related to Xero, assisting with building and reviewing contracts, and ensuring accuracy in contract legality and formatting. The ideal candidate will have strong AU/NZ work experience, particularly in supporting Australian and/or New Zealand businesses, with proven experience in HR and payroll functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage day-to-day HR and payroll administration.
• Process and maintain billing and payroll accurately using Xero.
• Prepare, review, and maintain employee and contractor agreements, ensuring correct formatting and documentation.
• Support the creation and administration of contracts, with attention to compliance and legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate employee records, payroll data, and HR documentation.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely processing of payroll, invoices, and contract-related tasks.
• Assist with general HR administrative support and process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience as an HR Assistant, Payroll Assistant, or similar HR/payroll support role.
• Strong hands-on experience using Xero for payroll and/or billing.
• Previous AU and/or NZ work experience, ideally supporting Australian or New Zealand businesses.
• Experience in contract administration, including exposure to contract legality and formatting.
• Strong understanding of HR and payroll processes and best practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities.

BENEFITS

• Paid leaves
• HMO