Payroll Manager

Opportunity for a Payroll Manager to join our business. This fast-paced role would suit someone who would like to be a part of a large organization to utilize skills learnt and build on new skills.

About Us
Where should we start? We are the world’s leading recruitment expert with more than 32,000 passionate full-time employees in over 5,200 branches across 60 countries.  We are committed to connecting organizations with the talent needed to make them succeed.
We help connect thousands of people from all different backgrounds and cultures with employment opportunities across the world. How? By developing innovative workforce solutions that are focused on the future. By providing an inspiring environment for our colleagues to thrive in. The Adecco Group combines the best brands in end-to-end HR services.

About the Role:
•    Responsible for the prompt and accurate on-boarding of Associates & Colleagues into our payroll system (PeopleSoft & FastTrack), which involve follow-ups with branches in case of missing or incorrect information
•    Process timely and accurately timesheets, expenses and leaves, ensuring the maximum level of compliance towards internal controls and applicable regulations
•    Ensure payroll errors are resolved using the appropriate resolution journey
•    Promptly escalate cases, system errors, risks and concerns to Assistant Payroll Manager
•    Provide exceptional customer service through responsive, effective and timely response to queries via phone, cases or email

What you will be doing: 
•    Leading, engaging, and developing 4 direct reports based in NZ and coordinating payroll processing across the region. 
•    Managing the end-to-end payroll cycles, including processing new hires, terminations, and employee changes; ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and company policies.
•    Providing payroll support and guidance to employees, addressing any queries or issues in a timely manner.
•    Preparing and submitting all necessary payroll-related information, documentation, and/or analytical reporting to relevant stakeholders.
•    Preparing and submitting PAYE returns and other Inland Revenue (IR) filings; reconcile payroll accounts and support month-end and year-end financial processes.
•    Staying up-to-date with changes in payroll legislation and regulations and proactively adapting and communicating processes accordingly.
•    Identifying and implementing process and system improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of payroll and attendance management.

About You:
•    Min 5 years of payroll experience, preferably within a large or complex organization. 
•    Strong working knowledge of government payroll processes, including IRD, NZ Employment legislation including the Holidays act. 
•    Sound and strong knowledge of statutory reporting including superannuation, payroll tax, workers compensation, etc.
•    Proficient with payroll systems with ability to identify and resolve payroll-related issues. 
•    Strong attention to detail and a proven track record of maintaining accurate and up-to-date records. 
•    Proven experience in influencing others to drive meaningful change – you enjoy improving processes, increasing efficiencies and optimizing systems for better business outcomes
•    Solid Microsoft Office Package experience
•    Sound communication skills, verbal and written
•    Able to work collaboratively to solve issues and problems
•    Excellent business partnering and communication skills - you love working cross functionally and value the input of others, both internal team and external suppliers

On Offer
We empower our people to carve their own career paths their way. After all, it's only natural that a people-focused organization should be focused on its own people too. We will offer all the training, tools, motivation, and inspiration you need to achieve exactly what you want from your career. If you can make an impact, we'll provide the career development opportunities you need to achieve your potential and thrive. 

Posting date: 18-06-2025