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Payroll Manager

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Are you an experienced payroll professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a strategic and driven Payroll Manager to lead the delivery of end-to-end payroll services for a large-scale operation. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by driving operational excellence, optimising systems and processes, and leading a high-performing team.

About the Role:

In this key leadership position, you will:

  • Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing across the business.
  • Ensure compliance with employment legislation, taxation, remuneration, and payroll-related regulations.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across payroll systems and processes (experience with Workday and Datapay is advantageous).
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to provide strategic payroll insights that support business objectives.
  • Build and develop a capable team through coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.

About You:

You’ll bring significant experience in managing large-scale payroll operations with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and process improvement. You’re proactive in staying up-to-date with employment policies and regulations and have a passion for delivering exceptional results while fostering a collaborative team environment.

What’s on Offer:

  • A supportive and inclusive workplace culture where you can thrive.
  • Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
  • Opportunities for professional growth alongside industry experts.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, enhanced parental leave, and volunteer leave.
  • The chance to contribute to meaningful work that makes a real-world impact.

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding leadership role in payroll management, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now!

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Courtney Story on +6493747343.

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Accounting & Finance

Focus: Payroll

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: Auckland CBD

Job Reference: RIJYN2-8E93565D

Date posted: 1 October 2026

Consultant: Courtney Story