Senior Payroll Specialist

5 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand Ministry of Education NZ Full time

Job Type: Permanent
- Location: Wellington, NZ

**Help shape the future of Education**:

- We work to _**_shape _**_an _**_education _**_system that delivers _**_equitable_**_ and _**_excellent outcomes_**

Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.

**About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga**:
As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services to Ministry staff across Aotearoa. You'll lead the resolution of complex payroll queries, manage operational processes like IR334 and payday filing, and provide trusted advice to stakeholders.

Your role will be central to maintaining data integrity, legislative compliance, and fostering a strong customer service culture. You will also support the wider payroll team through coaching and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

**About you | Mōhou ake**:
To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

- Extensive operational payroll experience in a large and complex organisation
- Deep understanding of NZ payroll legislation and employment agreements
- Proven experience managing payroll in high-volume environments
- Strong systems knowledge, ideally including SuccessFactors
- A customer-centric approach with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience mentoring and supporting others in best practice payroll delivery
- The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

**About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake**:
The People, Sustainability and Place division combines people services to attract, develop and retain talent, with sustainability, security, property and facilities, travel and fleet functions to lead the organisation’s approach to acting more sustainably in creating a safe work environment that enables employees to do their best work.

**Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?**:
If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

**Applications close Midnight - Wednesday 7 May 2025.**
- We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know._

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