Are you a passionate payroll professional looking to make an impact in the vibrant hospitality industry? We are on the lookout for a dedicated and experienced “Payroll Manager” to join our dynamic team in Auckland.

Ovation Hospitality are Hospitality Partners. We provide high quality hospitality services – delivered by high quality hospitality professionals. We are looking for a Payroll Manager to help us do the right thing by our people – pay them accurately, on time, every time.

The role is based in our Parnell office, working hours have a degree of flexibility, as well as working from home.

Why choose us:

At Ovation we’re not just redefining hospitality – we are elevating experiences! As a leading hospitality group, we pride ourselves on our reliability, trustworthiness, and meticulous attention to detail.

Ovation is firmly establishing itself in New Zealand and we are looking for awesome team members to help us succeed and grow!

Our Company has over 1000 staff servicing 35 sites in New Zealand supporting:

• Hospitals
• Education
• Stadiums
• Corporate Cafés
• Airport Bars and Cafés
• Venue Management

Your responsibilities:

• Leading a small team to deliver timely and accurate payroll processing
• Ensure all payroll transactions are accurately collated and processed in a timely manner
• Arrange for staff to be paid correctly and in time with their pay cycle
• Regularly update and maintain pay and personnel records in our incoming new payroll system, Dayforce
• Resolve issues with staff regarding payroll related queries
• Calculate pay, tax, deductions, and all aspects of reward using our payroll system
• Ensure compliance with all employment laws
• Staff expense processing.

We are currently in a transition phase of setting ourselves up in New Zealand, so this role will also be involved in transitional project planning, to set our new payroll system up for success!

What we’re looking for:

• Sound working knowledge of Holidays Act and New Zealand Payroll legislation and practices
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Payroll role in a New Zealand company
• Honest and reliable, with extreme professional discretion when handling confidential data
• Analytical, organised and accurate, with an eye for detail
• Able to work well under pressure and lead a small team
• Good at record-keeping, and particularly accurate at data entry
• Capable of prioritising deadlines
• Good at problem solving with an eye for process improvement
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Team management experience
• A genuine passion for the hospitality industry.

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Be a part of a company that values your input and encourages professional growth
• Work in a supportive environment where creativity and innovation are celebrated
• Contribute to exciting projects that are shaping the future of hospitality in New Zealand.

Ready to elevate your career:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your payroll career and be part of a team that is committed to excellence in hospitality, we want to hear from you.

Apply today:

Submit your CV and a cover letter below and become part of the Ovation Hospitality Services family.

Stay updated on our latest developments by visiting our website at Ovation Hospitality Services www.ovationhospitalityservices.co.nz

Join us in creating exceptional experiences!

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Payroll Manager?
• What’s your expected annual base salary?