Senior Payroll Officer

Based in Central Christchurch:

Permanent part-time position (20hrs pw)
Flexible hours
Based at Te Korowai, on Bealey Ave
Closing date: Friday 13th March

He Angitūtanga | The opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to join our team at Presbyterian Support Upper South Island in Christchurch, Canterbury. This part-time position plays a key role in managing our payroll operations and ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time.

He aha ta matou e tuku atu ki a koe | What we can offer you

We are committed to supporting our employees and providing a psoitive work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including:

An opportunity to make a difference, working with diverse teams who support our community
Remuneration commensurate with experience
Innovation and up to date IT systems
Central location
A people focused culture (he tangata he tangata he tangata)
Flexible working policy and environment
Stimulating, challenging and rewarding work
Opportunities for career development and ongoing training
A safe, healthy and supportive work environment where wellbeing is not just talked about
Extra leave entitlements like Birthday and Whānau Leave!
EAP and employee benefits programmes (www.myboost.co.nz)
Medical Insurance Cover

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

5 years of experience as a senior payroll officer in a medium to large complex organisation
Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, regulations and best practices including the Holidays Act 2003 and further amendments, Employment Relations Act, Wages Act, Parental Leave Act, employment law, taxation legislation, and Employment Agreements.

Ideally proficient in using IMS payroll software, spreadsheet applications, and reconciliation experience.
Excellent attention to detail and critical thinking skills
Strong communication and client service skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ko wai mātou | About us

Presbyterian Support Upper South Island aims to create a better life for everyone. Our social services are focused on whakawhanaungatanga and manākitanga (relationships and hospitality) to help to build safer, stronger, more connected families and communities. This includes supporting older people to maintain their wellbeing and positive social connections as they age and helping Tamariki, teens and families to learn, grow and thrive.

Since July 2023, we have embraced a Co-Governance model at both the Board and senior leadership levels, reflecting our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and fostering shared responsibility in our leadership.

Our vision is for an equitable, compassionate, and inclusive society and our mission is to enhance the mana of children/tamariki, young people/rangatahi, families/whānau and older people/kaumātua to be safe, resilient, and connected.

We have sites across the upper South Island covering the Tasman & Marlborough (Te Tau Ihu o te waka a Maui), West Coast (Te Tai Poutini) and Canterbury districts (Ōtautahi, Waimakariri & Hakatere).

Tono mai | Apply Now

Does this sound like the ideal role for you?

If you match the above criteria, click apply now with your CV and a cover letter!

Hurry! Applications close on Friday 13th March 2026. We will consider applicants as and when they apply.

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