Company Description
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.
The University of Auckland creates globally transformative impacts through our distinctive strengths in world leading research, scholarship, teaching and collaborative partnerships, inspired by our unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific.

Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We are looking for a Payroll Officer for 6-month fixed term contract, ideally with an immediate start.
You will be responsible for either part of a large portfolio or have entire ownership of a mid-sized portfolio responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll cycle including payroll finalisation, General Ledger, deductions and other associated processes.
Good analytical skills will enable you to understand and analyse daily data integrity reports with the ability to interpret complex processing issues as they arise. Daily management of your portfolio and liaising with the Faculty or Service Division you support for resolution of any issues as well as the management of daily queries to ensure prompt and timely processing. You will also need to use your initiative to mitigate any potential risk to the University.
This role will require a flexible and proactive approach in order to be a success.
Remuneration: $70,000k – $76,000k (depending on level of experience)
For more information on the role, please view the position description.
Key accountabilities for this position include, but not limited to:

• Assist test lead in payroll system testing
• Provide specialist support (parallel pay support to manual transaction)
• Identify technical roadblocks and opportunities, and suggesting improvements
• Maximise automation processing
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of payroll processing
• Providing support related to employee pay, compensation, benefits, ACC, etc
• Collaborate with stakeholders for data quality assurance.
• Maintain a delivery-focused approach

This is a 6-month Fixed term role (37.5 hours per week) role
He kōrero mōu | About you
The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling large volumes and being in a high-volume environment, possess a keen eye for detail, and have robust problem-solving skills, in addition to have sound NZ Legislation knowledge and a relevant tertiary degree

• Demonstrated skills and experience in an end-to-end Payroll
• Experience in aspects of ERP systems (Peoplesoft is preferred)
• Experience in Payroll within a large complex organisation
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand legislation and statutory requirements
• IRD & ACC knowledge
• Experience of working to tight deadlines within a high-pressure environment
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Able to build and maintain strong internal & external relationships
• Ability to self-direct, use initiative but equally work and contribute as a valued team member
• High attention to detail and data entry skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Friday 13th September to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large number of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Sharon Kishore (Recruitment Consultant) via sharon.kishore@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.


Additional Information
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpui MVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz