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Posted 18 August, 2026

Payroll Administrator

Ryman Healthcare
Christchurch, CAN, NZ Full Time
Reference: d06a08107f8c21b4

Job Description

Do you have a passion for numbers and people? Join our close-knit Payroll team in Christchurch! Thrive under leaders who champion respect and support your success Make a meaningful difference in what you do Work in a social and supportive team environment About Ryman Healthcare Ryman is a leader in retirement living and care, employing over 7,700 people in New Zealand and Australia across a wide range of areas, including nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate roles. At Ryman, exceptional care is thoughtfully delivered every day. From meals and activities to maintenance and support, our teams work together so residents can feel confident everything is taken care of – because behind that promise is the standard we’ve always held ourselves to: it’s got to be good enough for mum and dad. We’re in a period of real transformation, focussing on stronger commercial outcomes, smarter ways of working, and continuing to set the standard in retirement living and aged care. What will you do? We are looking for a motivated and proactive Payroll Administrator to join our Christchurch office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working with numbers and wants to build their career in payroll. Working as part of our close knit Payroll team, you will help process weekly and fortnightly payroll for more than 7,000 team members across New Zealand and Australia. You’ll provide support with payroll queries, process payroll adjustments, assist with leave reconciliations, and help prepare reports for leaders across the business. With support and guidance from experienced team members, you’ll play an important role in ensuring our people are paid accurately and on time. What's in it for you? Opportunity to learn payroll from an experienced team and grow your career Additional wellbeing leave and flexible working arrangements Access to over 60 discounts with well-known brands across a variety of sectors including; health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail Social club events, and furry Friday's (bring your dog to work), Convenient Ryman owned onsite café (Pioneers Café) with affordable coffee and delicious food options Who are you? You have administration experience and enjoy working with numbers and detail Experience in payroll is beneficial but not essential You are eager to learn and develop your skills in a payroll career You have strong organisational skills and can manage competing priorities You believe in the value of strong, positive, trusting teams who work together as one You are resilient and can demonstrate composure under pressure You value communication that is clear, effective, and lacks ambiguity At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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