At Ecolab, we're committed to helping our customers achieve cleaner, safer and healthier operations.
We're currently seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join our collaborative payroll team on a 12-month fixed term contract covering a parental leave period.This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional with strong New Zealand payroll experience and hands-on MicroPay expertise to take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing across New Zealand and Fiji.About the RoleReporting into the Payroll Manager and working within a close-knit team of four, you'll be responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services across multiple pay cycles and jurisdictions.
The role supports approximately 250 employees across Current Zealand and Fiji and offers exposure to a range of payroll, reporting and compliance activities.An immediate start is preferred to allow for a comprehensive handover before the incumbent commences parental leave.Key ResponsibilitiesEnd-to-end processing of New Zealand monthly and fortnightly payrollFiji bi-monthly payrollMaintain employee master data, including new starters, employee changes and terminationsCalculate and process final payments and termination entitlementsPrepare and submit New Zealand IRD Payday Filing requirementsManage payroll payments and statutory obligationsComplete month-end payroll reporting and General Ledger reconciliations/postingsLiaise with employees and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll queriesSupport continuous payroll operations and cross-functional team coverage as requiredWork across systems including MicroPay, Workday, SAP, One Advanced and ConnexAbout YouTo be successful in this role,



you will bring:Proven end-to-end New Zealand payroll experienceStrong working knowledge of MicroPay (essential)Experience with IRD Payday Filing and KiwiSaver administrationExperience processing employee lifecycle transactions including starters, changes and terminationsExposure to month-end payroll reporting and GL posting activitiesIntermediate to advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot TablesPersonal AttributesExceptional attention to detail and accuracyStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesWell-developed planning and organisational skillsAbility to manage competing deadlines in a payroll environmentSelf-motivated with the ability to work independentlyStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsCollaborative team player who understands the broader business impact of payroll activitiesWhy Join Ecolab?
Join a global organisation with a strong reputation and purpose-driven cultureHybrid working model with flexibilityDiverse and interesting payroll portfolio across multiple countriesCollaborative and supportive payroll team environmentOpportunity to further develop your payroll expertise across New Zealand, Fiji and Australian payroll operationsComprehensive handover period available for the successful candidate who starts before the parental leave commences Apply NowIf you're a payroll professional with New Zealand payroll expertise and solid MicroPay experience, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and become part of a team that plays a critical role in supporting our employees and business operations across the region.Ecolab is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and everyone can thrive.

📌 Payroll Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 Ecolab
📍 New South Wales