We have an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic HR team as a Payroll Specialist. Start immediately and be part of a collaborative team committed to continuous improvement.
This role will include:
The accurate and timely processing of payroll for over 3,500 employees (weekly and monthly).
Providing expert advice to customers on their payroll queries and delivering effective and efficient management and resolution of payroll service requests ensuring excellent customer service.
Leading payroll investigations.
Post-payrun reporting and analysis for teams across the business.
Leading the maintenance of all employee information in Chris21.
Providing support with testing payroll related systems including upgrades and configuration changes where required.
Monitoring the payroll reconciliation report and investigating discrepancies to ensure data accuracy.
The successful candidate will have:
A minimum of 7 years’ experience in a payroll team, preferably in an environment with a Collective Agreement.
A comprehensive understanding of New Zealand payroll legislation (Holidays Act 2023, Wages Protection Act 1983 etc).
Proficiency in payroll systems, ideally Chris21, and advanced MS Excel skills.
Strong multitasking skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities.
Exceptional customer service skills and high attention to detail.
A proactive approach to learning and collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.
Preferred skills but not essential:
Experience with Chris21 and/or iChris.
Previous exposure to post pay run IRD reconciliation and filing.
Previous exposure to ACC payroll processing.
Why you should join Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
Aside from working for one of New Zealand's largest companies, doing meaningful work with some excellent people, we do have a few other things to bring to the table! We have a beautiful campus with free parking, several cafeteria's offering up amazing, subsidised food from New Zealand top chefs. We offer life insurance, income protection insurance and critical illness cover as well as other benefits like generous a parental support scheme, profit-sharing bonus and a discounted share purchase scheme.
At Fisher & Paykel Healthcare we have a passion for making things better, not only for our patients but for our employees. Therefore, it is key that our successful applicant has a real focus on continuous improvement. If you are a proactive payroll professional looking to thrive in a dynamic environment, apply today!
Applicants will be required to complete relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process for this role, this will include criminal and credit checks.
About Us
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of medical devices, exporting to over 120 countries globally.
Our commitment to care unites us. Here, we’re driven to improve patient care and outcomes through inspired and world-leading healthcare solutions.
Care to join us? Apply today
We focus on nurturing a positive and inclusive culture based on trust and respect. In New Zealand, our employee-led communities, Spectra (rainbow), Manaaki (Māori) and Women in Engineering play an important role in this culture. We also have a commitment to creating a positive lasting impact on society, shown by our support of New Zealand organisations such as Diversity Works NZ, Pride Pledge and Global Women.
We are dedicated to designing our recruitment process with care and empathy to support all candidates, regardless of identity, background, and experiences. Should you require support or adjustments during our process, please let us know at recruit@fphcare.co.nz.
