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Manager - Payroll ConsultingKPMG New Zealand • WorkFromHome, Auckland, New Zealand
Manager - Payroll Consulting

Manager - Payroll Consulting

KPMG New Zealand • WorkFromHome, Auckland, New Zealand
30+ days ago
Job description

Overview

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose we help our clients solve complex problems, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow. We are looking for talented people who share our purpose of inspiring confidence and empowering change for our clients, our people and our communities.

The consulting environment at KPMG is dynamic and fast-paced, offering diverse opportunities to work on challenging projects with leading organisations across various industries. As a consultant at KPMG, you will be part of a collaborative team that provides strategic insights and innovative solutions to help clients address complex business issues and drive growth. You will work with experienced professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality services and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

The opportunity

  • We are seeking a technically skilled Payroll Consultant to join our Risk Consulting team. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in payroll systems configuration and compliance and systems testing. Experience with payroll system implementation and HRIS systems is also preferable.
  • You will work closely with clients to assess, remediate, and enhance payroll systems—ensuring they are compliant, efficient, and aligned with best practices.
  • This is not a payroll processing role, but one focused on system integrity and compliance.

Day to day you will

  • Lead and support payroll compliance and system remediation projects across a variety of sectors.
  • Apply your knowledge of payroll systems and HRIS platforms to develop tailored, practical solutions.
  • Conduct system testing and data analysis to identify compliance gaps and recommend improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated advisory services.
  • Translate technical findings into clear, actionable insights for clients and stakeholders.
  • Contribute to business development through client engagement, proposal development, and thought leadership.
  • What you\'ll bring to the team

  • 4+ years of proven experience in payroll compliance, systems remediation, or payroll technology, preferably from a consulting environment.
  • Strong understanding of commonly used payroll platforms and their configuration.
  • Understanding of NZ employment legislation as it relates to the Holidays Act.
  • Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Strategic problem-solving mindset with the ability to take a holistic view of client challenges.
  • A collaborative and flexible attitude with a passion for continuous learning and innovation.
  • Recruitment Agencies : The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by the KPMG Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners if we require agency assistance. Thank you for your understanding.

    Life at KPMG

    KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent.

    For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone Enya van Dulm on or email

    We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a holistic range of benefits to support your life balance, whatever your circumstance. We want you to do Work That Matters, Thrive and Grow and know that you Belong here with us, at KPMG.

    As a KPMG employee, we will offer you :

  • Access to the firm\'s annual incentive scheme
  • Opportunities for local and international secondments
  • Hybrid working across a mix of office, client and home hubs to recognise that people have individual circumstances and preferences when it comes to where and how they work
  • Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave
  • Gender-neutral support for all stages of the parental journey, including access to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents
  • A paid professional association membership of your choice
  • Digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees
  • A wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, banking services, and lifestyle goods and services
  • The support, allyship and opportunity to join our many Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Affinity networks, including the Kiwa, Pride, Ethnicity, Accessibility and Wahine groups
  • The opportunity to participate in Green Team activities, as we work toward reducing the firm’s environmental footprint and become carbon zero by 2030
  • An invitation to join your local Social club and enjoy events aimed at bringing people together for social, sporting, cultural, family and fundraising activities
  • Paid time off for volunteering and involvement in citizenship activities
  • An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, subsidised sporting events, free confidential counselling services, additional 5 days of Wellbeing leave to support you and your family\'s overall health and wellness, access to our Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more!
  • We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.

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