Accounting Support
Temporary
Auckland
Posted 15/05/2026

Payroll Lead

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About the Opportunity
We’re partnering with a well-established New Zealand organisation seeking an experienced Payroll Lead to provide temporary support during a busy transition period.
This hands-on role will see you supporting BAU payroll operations within a complex environment alongside an ongoing HRIS implementation, working as part of a collaborative and experienced HR and payroll team.
  • Lead day-to-day payroll processing across fortnightly and monthly cycles
  • Work within a complex payroll environment with multiple collective agreements
  • Provide stability and expertise during a key transition period
  • Partner closely with an experienced payroll and HR team
  • Based onsite in Māngere with parking available
What You’ll Bring
This role will suit someone calm under pressure, highly organised, and confident working within fast-moving environments where accuracy and reliability are critical.
  • Strong end-to-end payroll experience within medium-large organisations
  • Recent hands-on PayGlobal experience is highly preferred
  • Ability to quickly pick up processes and hit the ground running
  • Experience managing payroll complexities including allowances and agreements
  • A collaborative, warm, and team-focused working style

What’s on Offer
  • Initial 6 week temporary assignment with potential flexibility to extend
  • Join a supportive and experienced team environment
  • Flexible working arrangements considered for the right person
  • Interesting and varied payroll environment with real complexity
  • Competitive hourly rate depending on experience
Next Steps? 

To keep things simple, we ask that all applications are submitted through this advert. We’ll review applications as they come in and be in touch.

For any questions give Rachel a call on 027 252 8022 and quote Job ID: 17840 for a confidential chat.

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.  

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