Payroll Impact Officer

3 weeks ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand The Breakthrough Office Full time

Use Your Payroll Expertise to Make a Real Impact

At The Breakthrough Office (TBO), we walk alongside not-for-profits, providing expertise that fuels transformation. As a Payroll Accountant, you'll use your payroll skills to ensure our NFP partners have accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll processes, enabling them to focus on their mission.

This is more than just payroll—it's an opportunity to contribute to something bigger, grow in your expertise, and be part of a team that values both excellence and purpose.

Why Join The Breakthrough Office?

  1. Purpose-Driven Work – Use your skills to empower NFPs, ensuring their people are paid accurately and on time.
  2. Continuous Learning – Stay ahead of payroll legislation, best practices, and technology.
  3. A Supportive, Collaborative Team – Work alongside seasoned professionals who invest in your growth.
  4. Fast-Paced, High-Impact Environment – Manage real payrolls with real deadlines.
  5. A Culture That Embodies Our Principles – Integrity, accuracy, and client-centered service are at our core.

Who We're Looking For

You are not just a payroll professional—you're a detail-oriented, solutions-driven individual who values both efficiency and precision. The ideal candidate:

  1. Has strong attention to detail – Payroll requires accuracy and compliance.
  2. Works with efficiency & pace – You can manage deadlines and competing priorities.
  3. Is a self-led learner – You take initiative in mastering payroll legislation and systems.
  4. Understands New Zealand payroll laws & compliance – You apply knowledge to new scenarios.
  5. Finds solutions – You troubleshoot issues and solve payroll challenges.
  6. Communicates effectively – You explain payroll matters clearly to clients and team members.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Payroll Accountant, you will:

  1. Process payroll transactions – Including timesheets, leave entitlements, and salary calculations.
  2. Ensure compliance with payroll legislation – Staying up to date with New Zealand payroll laws.
  3. Manage payroll data and reporting – Preparing reports for clients and internal use.
  4. Assist with salary sacrifice processes – Supporting clients with payroll-related queries.
  5. Maintain data integrity – Conducting basic payroll audits for accuracy and compliance.
  6. Work with HR teams – Processing hires, terminations, and employee changes.
  7. Support clients with payroll systems – Helping them navigate payroll platforms and processes.

What Success Looks Like

  1. Payrolls are submitted on time with a high level of accuracy.
  2. Adjustments and client updates are processed accurately and promptly.
  3. Clients feel supported and confident in their payroll processes.
  4. Payroll processes are continuously improved for efficiency and accuracy.

Join Us in Creating Lasting Impact

If you're a payroll professional looking for a role that combines technical excellence with meaningful contribution, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Now and be part of a team where expertise meets purpose.

To be eligible for the role your application must include both a resume and cover letter and you must have 1-2 years direct payroll experience. A Business, Commerce, Accounting or Payroll qualification is advantageous but not required, as is experience processing Australian payrolls.

This role is a .5FTE role (days and hours negotiable).

The salary for this role will be $74,000 – $80,000 pa (plus super) pro-rata depending on experience.

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