Payroll Assistant

2 weeks ago

Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand Chandler Macleod Full time

Exciting opportunity for an experienced all round Payroll Assistant to join this iconic company who provides a work environment which values genuine people, care for others, and strives for excellence in all that they do, plus is fun and supportive.

Located in Manukau, this is a permanent, Monday to Friday role based onsite.

About the role - Atu mo te mahi

As a Payroll Assistant, this role is business critical, where you will be responsible for providing support to the Finance Manager across volume Payroll including AP and AR related tasks, including accurate data checking and migration of all information, plus have a strong NZ background in payroll and a strong understanding of NZ Legislation.


You'll have demonstrated experience in a fast-paced environment, be the first point of contact for internal/external stakeholders, be an articulate communicator with a confident and professional personality.

High work ethic and an ability to work independently and show a high level of initiative is key in this role.


Key tasks and accountabilities (not limited to):

  • Process payroll for all weekly and monthly runs in compliance with NZ employment & tax law requirements
  • (peak approx 300)
  • Produces payroll information, reports, and complete analysis in accordance with the needs of the business units.
  • End to end payroll including new starter, terminations, leave requests, etc
  • End to end Accounts Payable and volume invoicing
  • Weekly/monthly/yearly reconciliations
  • Delivers accurate and timely reports in an informative manner, requested by the wider business.
  • Provide customerfocused service and advice in response to routine requests and queries
  • Daily Cashbook/AR receipting/Petty cash
  • Maintain a clean and accurate Creditors Aged Trial Balance
  • Assist and provide information to external auditors as requested

About you - Pehea koe

  • 3+ years proven NZ based payroll experience with medium to large employees
  • 3+ years proven NZ based Accounts Payable experience with high volume invoice processing
  • Proficient user of payroll systems & Microsoft Office products (intermediate excel & MYOB ACE & MYOB Advanced
  • Demonstrated experience in overseeing and processing Payroll and reconciliation related activities
  • General accounting knowledge
  • Sound report writing skills; ability to provide meaningful and accurate data
  • Ability to develop and maintain highly effective relationships and networks
  • Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal / relationship management skills
  • Ability to be selfdirected and motivated, demonstrating a proactive and innovative approach with a high level of initiative.
  • Experience in planning and organising/prioritises workload to meet customer needs.
  • Experience in problem solving and providing innovative advice and solutions within legal and organisational parameters
  • Strong understanding of employmentrelated legislation across NZ
  • Tertiary qualification with a Payroll or Financerelated focus
**To be offered the role you will need to be eligible to live and work in New Zealand

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