Payroll Lead

Job Description

Drake Hamilton are looking for an experienced payroll lead to join a well-established New Zealand company. Based in the new modern Hautapu site, this is a full-time role providing payroll functions for multiple entities within the Group.

Position Purpose:

You will be responsible for providing timely, efficient payroll support and delivery in a dynamic environment. You will have proven experience working in a high performing payroll team along with current, operational knowledge of NZ payroll related legislation. Previous experience in a broader accounting role with good exposure to payroll processes is also advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing the full payroll function on a portfolio basis for allocated entities, deliver end of employment entitlements, filing, payroll queries and resolutions, and processing annual increases.

• Ensuring employee information up to date.

• Actively assist with audit preparation or be involved with providing information during audits both internal and external.

• Complete all new starter requirements to ensure a seamless on-boarding experience.

• Engage in professional development by attending regular training for pay systems and remain up to date with employment law relating to payroll compliance (including leave/Holidays Act changes).

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with all staff across the business.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience and understanding of payroll systems, processes and legislative compliance.

• Experience in MYOB Payglobal is advantageous.

• You'll have good organisational skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multitask

• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy including fast and accurate keyboard, data entry and word processing skills.

• The ability to handle interruptions and work unsupervised.

• An ability to work with information of a highly confidential nature.

• The ability to adapt your style and communication skills to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders from managers to executive level.

If you believe you would be a suitable fit, please call Lisa or Jared on 07 839 1750 alternatively please email your CV through to