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Looking for a part‑time role that offers flexibility, variety, and the chance to do work you can feel good about? Join BDO Christchurch as a Client Payroll Services Administrator and be part of a friendly, supportive team that values quality work and work‑life balance.

The opportunity
Our Advisory team is looking for a part‑time Client Payroll Services Administrator to support our external client payroll services. You’ll work with a diverse range of clients, helping ensure their payrolls are processed accurately, compliantly, and on time.

Based in our central Christchurch office, with the flexibility to work from home, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that genuinely supports one another and values doing things well.

This role offers 20–25 hours per week, with flexibility around how those hours are worked. There will also be opportunities to increase hours during busy periods or to cover periods of leave.

Key responsibilities
In this role, you will:

• Process client payrolls (weekly, fortnightly, and monthly), ensuring wages are calculated accurately and paid on time
• Prepare and file employer deductions (including PAYE) with Inland Revenue within required timeframes
• Set up and manage client payroll banking and payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Act as a key point of contact for payroll‑related client queries, building trusted and professional client relationships
• Maintain accurate payroll records, client procedures, and checklists
• Identify and contribute to process improvements, templates, and documentation to support efficiency and risk management
• Assist with onboarding new payroll clients and supporting business development activity

About you
You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in payroll administration or a related role
• A sound understanding of payroll processes and employment legislation (or the willingness to build this knowledge)
• Experience using a variety of payroll systems (with IMS and/or Employment Hero experience being advantageous)
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Clear and confident communication skills, with a client‑centred approach
• The ability to manage competing deadlines and work effectively as part of a team

This role will suit someone who enjoys structured work, values accuracy, and takes pride in supporting clients and colleagues.

Why BDO Christchurch?
BDO Christchurch combines the scale and capability of a leading professional services firm with a genuinely local, people‑focused culture. You’ll work closely with experienced team members and Managers, be supported to develop your skills, and have the opportunity to grow your career in a sustainable and rewarding way.

We recognise that people do their best work when they have balance, and we actively support flexibility, wellbeing, and connection across our teams.

What we offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing learning and professional development, including payroll certifications
• Flexible working arrangements and a focus on wellbeing
• Subsidised Health Insurance, access to OCP, and a subsidised gym membership

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