Payroll Specialist

About Us

Hall's is a fast-growing transport and logistics company specialising in refrigerated freight and cold chain solutions across New Zealand. With a strong national presence and a focus on operational excellence, we're proud of the role we play in keeping New Zealand moving.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We work hard, support each other, and are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, respected, and set up for success.

About the role

We are looking for a proactive, experienced and professional Payroll Specialist to join our close- knit finance team.

This is a key role where you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll across our business. You will manage end to end payroll activities, support compliance requirements and provide expert guidance and advice to employees and leaders on payroll related matters.

Our new Payroll Specialist will play a crucial part as we progress forward in the implementation of a new payroll system, therefore we are looking someone with both Payroll expertise and a strong interest in project work.

What will you be doing

• Processing payroll accurately and within established deadlines
• Managing end to end payroll administration activities
• Maintaining payroll records and employee data
• Investigating and resolving payroll anomalies and discrepancies
• Ensuring payroll processes comply with legislation and company policies
• Supporting PAYE filing, ACC reconciliations, and payroll reporting requirements
• Assisting employees and leaders with payroll related queries
• Supporting payroll journals and finance reporting requirements
• Maintaining confidentiality and integrity of payroll information at all times

What will you need

• Strong background in a payroll administration or payroll specialist role
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong understanding of NZ payroll and employment legislation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Be deadline driven, with strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage confidential information professionally
• A practical, hands on, and solutions focused approach
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

What's in it for you

• Secure, stable employment
• Career development and learning opportunities
• PERKS + Southern Cross healthcare discounts
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work within a growing New Zealand business
• Strong workplace culture focused on trust, respect, and accountability

If you're a payroll professional who enjoys delivering accurate outcomes and supporting people across the business, we'd love to hear from you.

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Full Time

Job no: 2026-0187

Location: Head Office

Closing Date: Thursday, 27 August 2026

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