Payroll Officer

Join Our Team as a Payroll Officer Make an impact in a flexible, people-focused role! About Us At PAE New Zealand, we’re all about keeping the world working and moving. As one of the country’s leading providers of Facilities Management services, we support some of Aotearoa’s most vital operations. Whether it’s the New Zealand Defence Force, local businesses, or Antarctic missions, our work behind the scenes keeps everything running smoothly. Our values guide everything we do:

• We Care : for people, safety, and doing the right thing.
• We Do What’s Right : with integrity and teamwork.
• We Go The Extra Mile : solving challenges with determination.
• We Bring Our Best : with passion, ownership, and expertise.
• We’re Part of the Bigger Picture : embracing sustainability, community, and inclusion.

The Role Are you ready to own the payroll process and make it seamless? We’re looking for a detail-focused and pragmatic Payroll Officer to join our Finance Team. This part-time role (25 hours per week) offers flexibility to fit your lifestyle. However, during payroll processing weeks, you’ll need to roll up your sleeves and commit to at least two full 8-hour shifts to meet deadlines. If you love working with people, solving problems with a can-do attitude, and taking pride in delivering accurate results, this is your chance to make a real difference. What You’ll Be Doing

• Owning the fortnightly and one-off payroll process, ensuring precision and compliance with NZ legislation.
• Collaborating with managers to get timesheets approved on time.
• Managing employee records, from starters and terminations to deductions.
• Providing timely advice on payroll, leave entitlements, and pay queries.
• Ensuring payroll data is accurate, secure, and up to date.
• Partnering with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve payroll-related challenges.

What You’ll Bring

• At least five years of payroll experience with a strong understanding of NZ employment legislation.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial systems.
• An eagle eye for accuracy and a knack for managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex issues clearly.
• A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to resolving challenges.
• A genuine passion for supporting people and achieving positive outcomes.

Why Join PAE? At PAE, we value the contributions of every team member. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Flexibility to balance your work and personal life.
• A supportive team environment where your skills are recognized.
• The opportunity to work on meaningful projects that keep Aotearoa moving.
• A workplace that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. How to Apply Ready to take the next step in your payroll career? Apply today with your CV and a brief cover letter showcasing your suitability for the role. Let’s make a difference together! For more information about this opportunity or to obtain a copy of the position description, please email Wendy Oliver, Head of People and Culture, wendy.oliver@pae.co.nz. #J-18808-Ljbffr