Payroll Officer

Company: Protec Fire Solutions ANZ
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Location: Nelson
Job Description:

Typical Responsibilities

  • End-to-end processing of monthly payroll, ensuring all payments are accurate and completed on time
  • Maintain and update payroll information within HRIS and payroll systems, ensuring data integrity at all times
  • Process payroll changes including salary amendments, overtime and deductions
  • Calculate and administer statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and other relevant entitlements
  • Ensure correct calculation of pay, deductions and net pay for employees
  • Process employee expenses in line with company policy, ensuring accuracy and appropriate approvals
  • Manage payroll queries, resolving issues promptly and providing clear, professional responses to employees
  • Ensure payroll is processed in line with internal controls and company policies
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure all changes are appropriately authorised
  • Support continuous improvement of payroll processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Person Specification

Qualifications

Qualifications Essential / Desirable

To be identified by Relevant payroll experience

Essential Interview / Application

Experience

Experience Essential / Desirable

To be identified by Significant experience in a payroll officer role with full end-to-end payroll processing

Essential Interview / Application

Strong experience using HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., Moorepay or similar)

Essential Interview / Application

Good working knowledge of statutory payments including SSP, SMP and related entitlements

Essential Interview / Application

Experience of processing employee expenses

Essential Interview / Application

Skills / Abilities

Skills / Abilities Essential / Desirable

To be identified by High level of attention to detail and accuracy

Essential Interview / Application

Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet strict payroll deadlines

Essential Interview

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Essential Interview

Effective communication skills when dealing with payroll queries

Essential Interview

Competent in Microsoft Excel and general system use

Essential Interview

Proactive and able to work independently

Essential Interview

Strong problem-solving approach

Essential Interview

Team focused with a flexible attitude

Essential Interview

Other

Other Essential / Desirable

To be identified by Reliable and conscientious

Essential Interview

Commitment to confidentiality and data protection

Essential Interview

Enthusiasm and willingness to learn

Essential Interview

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Posted: June 1st, 2026