Payroll & Finance Administrator

Company Description

Waikato Diocesan School for Girls is one of New Zealand’s leading independent day and boarding schools, with approximately 680 students. With a strong reputation for academic excellence, outstanding co-curricular achievement, and exceptional pastoral care, we are committed to developing confident and capable young women.

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated payroll professional who is passionate about accuracy, teamwork, and delivering high-quality support within a busy school environment. This is a great opportunity to contribute to both payroll and accounts payable in a trusted and collaborative team.

Previous payroll experience is essential, and familiarity with Edpay, IMS Payroll, and accounts payable processes will be highly regarded.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, key functions of this role include:

• Preparing and processing payroll for support staff using IMS Payroll
• Reviewing and verifying teacher payroll processed through Edpay
• Providing accounts payable support as required

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a payroll or similar finance role
• Strong Excel skills and confidence with systems
• Sound understanding of payroll processes and requirements
• Experience working with collective agreements (advantageous)
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and integrity

Additional Information

This is a permanent, part-time role (20 hours per week), working year-round. Some flexibility may be available during school holidays, depending on the successful candidate.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a respected, values-led organisation
• Contribute to an environment focused on excellence and development
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team
• Enjoy a stable, permanent position in the education sector

How to Apply

If you’re a Payroll & Finance Administrator looking for a new challenge with meaningful impact, then apply today!!