Senior Payroll Specialist

Overview

As our Senior Payroll Specialist, you'll be our trusted expert on all payroll matters.

You'll oversee complex payroll operations, ensuring every process is accurate and fully compliant with legislation and contractual obligations.

12 months fixed term, Viaduct Location.

Work alongside a supportive team to make sure everyone gets paid accurately and on time.

Support our existing team while they work on projects.

We embrace inclusion and are committed to building a diverse workplace where people come first and feel safe, respected, valued and supported, including our differences.

Our values are Manaakitanga, Tiakitanga, Whanaungatanga, and Auahatanga.

Our flexible working initiative empowers our people to work flexibly while meeting the needs of our customers, the organisation, and the individual.

What You'll Do

Manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Provide expert advice and resolve complex payroll queries.

Maintain and reconcile payroll data, supporting audits and reporting.

Identify and drive process improvements and system enhancements.

Prepare and review complex final pay calculations, redundancy, and settlement payments.

Champion data privacy and confidentiality.

Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies (IRD, ACC, unions, auditors, etc.).

Signficant experience in payroll, ideally in large, complex environments.

Significant experience with SAP Payroll and SAP HCM.

Advanced Excel and strong MS Office skills.

In-depth knowledge of NZ employment and holidays legislation, PAYE, ACC, and parental leave.

Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

High attention to detail and the ability to manage large volumes of work.

Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Relevant tertiary qualification in business, accounting, or HR (NZPPA certification desirable).

Requirements & Qualifications

Significant payroll experience in large, complex environments.

Experience with SAP Payroll and SAP HCM.

Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.

Strong knowledge of NZ employment and holidays legislation, PAYE, ACC, and parental leave.

Excellent numerical and analytical abilities and attention to detail.

Strong communication and collaborative skills.

Relevant tertiary qualification in business, accounting, or HR (NZPPA certification desirable).

Benefits & Perks

25% discount on public transport services across Auckland

Investment in your professional development and training

Opportunity for greater leadership and accountability

Modern CBD (Wynyard Quarter) waterfront-based office

Paid parental and partner leave

Study assistance

Health and Wellbeing benefits

Professional memberships

AT Connect groups such as Mana ka Maori, Women@AT, and many more!

For further information or a confidential chat, please contact Rennie Sharma

Applications close 5 October 2025.

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