" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003ePayroll Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21136\"\u003e Sangeeta Prasad \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21135\"\u003e Accounting and Finance \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14716\"\u003e Accounting \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14717\"\u003e Accountant - Payroll \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14718\"\u003e Auckland \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14719\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 10/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eImmediate start, short-term contract\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to an upcoming System implementation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep into a stable, well-run payroll function\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Company\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our client is a large, well-established business with a significant New Zealand workforce. Its finance function is commercially focused and well resourced. Payroll has a strong reputation across the business for being accurate and on time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Reporting to the GM Finance \u0026amp; Commercial, you will lead end-to-end payroll for around 500 employees on weekly and monthly cycles. This 3-month contract gives the business experienced cover after the permanent Payroll Manager leaves. You will keep a well-run function accurate and compliant through the Christmas period and into the new year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead end-to-end weekly and monthly payroll for around 500 staff\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage and support a team of two experienced payroll staff\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure full Holidays Act and statutory reporting compliance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOversee payroll through the Christmas shutdown and leave peaks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide remuneration data for union collective discussions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLiaise with group payroll, systems and finance teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport readiness for the upcoming SuccessFactors implementation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeep reliance on external consultants to a minimum\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Skills \u0026amp; Experience Required:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven payroll management experience in a 500+ employee business\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpert, hands-on knowledge of the Holidays Act\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of NZ employment legislation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with waged, shift-based or unionised workforces\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSAP experience highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKronos or similar time and attendance experience desirable\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePayroll experience from a finance background preferred\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfident leader who can quickly take charge of an established team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvailable to start at short notice is a bonus\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0026rsquo;s in it for you\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This payroll function already runs well, so you can lead from day one and focus on quality rather than fixing problems. You will report directly to the GM Finance \u0026amp; Commercial and work alongside a capable, long-serving team. You will also get early exposure to new system implementation, which strengthens any payroll contractor\u0026rsquo;s CV. The role is on-site in South Auckland, with flexible hours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive hourly rate\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexible hours\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImmediate start, 3-month engagement\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirect reporting line to the GM Finance \u0026amp; Commercial\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e To be considered for this position, please submit your CV via the link below. For a confidential discussion, contact Sangeeta Prasad on 021 197 6144 or email sangeetap@huntercampbell.co.nz. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4485428\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "