Payroll Manager

• Full-time role Based in Hamilton East
• Hybrid work model for great work-life balance
• Extra annual leave Wellbeing days In-house cheffor a healthy workplace

Lead ourPayroll team and enjoy flexible hours hybrid work and a role that makes animpact through end-to-end payroll across multiple entities.

Mō mātou: About us
Together we are the Wise Group one of New Zealands largestproviders of mental health and wellbeing services. Were passionate aboutcreating fresh possibilities and improving lives. Learn more at .

Guided by Te Tiriti o Waitangi we are committed to honouring TeReo Māori me ōna tikanga and making a meaningfuldifference in the communities we serve.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou The Benefits

• Flexible work environment work-life balance
• Hybrid work model
• Fifth Week of Annual Leave (After 12 months employment)
• Paid Wellbeing days (2 per year)
• Increased Kiwisaver contribution
• Holiday programme Assistance
• HealthNow payment card $250 per year to support the health and wellbeing of you and your whanau
• Perk Perk plus discount app
• Subsidised lunch cooked by an inhouse chef three days a week

About the Team
Our Finance team is dedicated to delivering high-quality financialservices while living the Wise Group values. Were a supportive collaborativeteam that values new ideas continuous improvement and learning together. Weenjoy challenging rewarding work and having fun along the way.

Aboutthe Role
As Payroll Manager you will lead the payroll function ensuringaccurate and timely payroll delivery while identifying opportunities to improveprocesses systems compliance and service levels.

This role is ideal for a leader who enjoys managing people driving continuousimprovement and leading projects that deliver meaningful operational andservice improvements across the organisation.

This is afull-time position Monday to Friday 40 hours per week based on yourpreference. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement combining time in theoffice and working from home.

About you
Youare an experienced payroll leader with a passion for developing peopleimproving processes and delivering exceptional service.

Youll bring:

• Significant payroll management experience in a complex environment.
• Proven people leadership experience including coaching mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
• A strong track record of driving continuous improvement and leading change initiatives.
• Experience reviewing and enhancing payroll processes controls and systems.
• Strong project management experience with the ability to lead and deliver payroll-related projects system upgrades and business improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and stakeholders while delivering successful outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand payroll legislation including Holidays Act requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive customer-focused approach.
• Experience with Datapay payroll software would be highly advantageous.

PositionDescription: Please copy and paste link intoyour browser: Katinga Applications close: 14 August 2026. Thisadvert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.

Whakapā Contact: Sarah Vaz Finance Manager on any questions.

Required Experience:

Manager