Payroll Systems Tester 6 month fixed term Immediate start
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity
We are seeking a Payroll Systems Tester for a 6-month fixed-term contract with an immediate start date.
This role will support the Payroll Delivery Lead in testing the payroll system. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of payroll initiatives while also providing feedback on payroll best practices and compliance regulations. Additionally you will work with stakeholders to ensure data quality assurance maintain a delivery-focused approach and adapt to evolving program priorities.
Key accountabilities for this position include but not limited to:
- Assist the test lead in payroll system testing
- Provide specialist support (parallel pay support to manual transaction)
- Identify technical roadblocks and opportunities and suggest 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) with flexibility for additional hours when needed.
The salary range is $96800 - $119200 per annum depending on skills and experience.
He kōrero mōu About you
The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling a large volume of transactions possess a keen eye for detail and have robust problem-solving skills in addition to having sound NZ Legislation knowledge and a relevant tertiary degree
- Demonstrated skills and experience in an end-to-end Payroll and/or Payroll System Testing role
- Experience in Payroll within a large complex organisation
- Strong knowledge of New Zealand legislation and statutory requirements
- IRD & ACC knowledge would be advantageous
- Experience of working to tight deadlines within a high-pressure environment
- Experience in aspects of ERP systems (Workday/Apay would be advantageous)
- 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 Zealands leading university and maintains significant computational laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the worlds 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 30th November 2025 of 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 for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.
**We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found**
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 LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF people with disabilities parenting support flexible work and other personal circumstances go to
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Key Skills
- Data Entry
- Paychex
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- 10 Key Calculator
- Paylocity
- Microsoft Excel
- Payroll
- ADP
- Administrative Experience
- Human Resources
- Bookkeeping
About Company
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of AucklandThe 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 divisi ... View more
