Payroll Training
Made Easy

Because when it comes to payroll, you can't fix what you don't understand.

Whether you're paying your own team or managing payroll for clients, build the knowledge to navigate NZ payroll legislation and get it right, backed by 25+ years' hands-on experience from the Payroll Whisperer herself.

“Your success is our success.”
THE ISSUE

Payroll Compliance Matters

Navigating payroll legislation is complex. As a business owner, you're responsible for compliance—even when someone else processes your payroll.   

Do you know if your payroll calculations are correct?

Can you verify you're not underpaying or overpaying employees?

Has your payroll team received proper training?

What checks do you have in place to ensure compliance?

Payroll software alone isn't enough. We offer specialised trainings to help employers and payroll practitioners master compliance requirements and confidently manage your payroll obligations.

Because when it comes to payroll, you can't fix what you don't understand

Di Crawford-Errington

I've been doing payroll for 25+ years. Master Bookkeeper, Certified Payroll Leader, President of ICNZB.

Some people call me the Payroll Whisperer. I'm just here to make sure you get it right.


Powered by The Ontrack Group

A facilitated programme that includes self paced lessons

NZ Payroll Essentials Training Program

Everything you need to master NZ payroll with confidence - whether you are new to payroll or a seasoned professional.

6 months access with weekly mentoring to clarify the learning and get your knowledge checked

Short bite sized lessons 

Ongoing support in the Payroll 360 community

You'll learn about record keeping, employment rights, allowances and breaks, KiwiSaver, leave entitlements and so much more
Certificate of Completion
OUR PROMISE

Online Access

Online access to our weekly lessons, courses, continuous updates to reflect legislative changes and guidance.

Remove the blindfold—understand the legislation to make effective payroll decisions

Navigate New Zealand's complex payroll laws, so you can process payroll with more confidence

Master the calculations of wages, allowances, and payroll taxes essential for compliance

Stay current with our weekly updates, and continuously updated content that reflects the latest legislative changes 

Build the competence to manage one of the world's most complicated payroll systems correctly

New Zealand's payroll legislation ranks among the most complex globally.  

Our program provides the ongoing knowledge and support you need to process payroll with confidence and accuracy.

Payroll training that’s straightforward and accessible for everyone

A few words from past course students...

"This NZ Payroll Essentials Training course has given me heaps more confidence understanding the rules and regulations of payroll. Di is a great tutor and we had lots of time to really dig down on topics we weren't sure about. I'd highly recommend it if you run a payroll and haven't had formal training - I guarantee you'll learn heaps."

~ Sue Walters
Northland Scaffolding Ltd

 
If you are working in payroll in any capacity and rely on payroll systems more than you should then you need to do this course. After you do it you will feel confident that you are getting it right. 

Lauren Rangvanu
Cashflow Bookkeeping Ltd

This should be mandatory training for anyone who does payroll. It covers a huge wealth of information and is presented in an interesting and engaging way.

~ Alsa Kearney
Ablisk Ltd


 Amazing in depth coverage of NZ payroll, all the ins and outs that anyone doing payroll in NZ needs to be aware of. Filled in a lot of gaps in my knowledge and I feel much more comfortable running payroll after doing this course.

Stephanie Crawford
Business Headspace

 
I can’t recommend it highly enough! The program is exceptionally well-structured, insightful, and practical—perfect for anyone navigating the complexities of New Zealand payroll, which is among the most challenging in the world

Stella Vockins
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ABOUT ME

Hi, I'm
Di Crawford-Errington

NZ Payroll Specialist | The Payroll Whisperer

Master trainer for the Small Business Training Hub

A Certified Payroll Leader (via the NZ Payroll Practitioners Association - NZPPA) who is super passionate about empowering people by providing clarity for getting payroll right.

CEO and Founder of Small Business Training Hub powered by The Ontrack Group - in business since 2003

A multi award winning Master Bookkeeper, and named in the Top 50 Women in Accounting 2020 and 2021

25+ Years experience

Regional Business Partner Network
This service is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible, contact your local growth advisors.

Small businesses may qualify for funding vouchers to help pay for training that helps to build the management capabilities of business owners, operators and key managers.

Management Capability Development Vouchers are only available through the Regional Business Partner Network (RBP) Growth Advisors.

Vouchers may be provided to a business where the Growth Advisors have identified a need for management training as part of an action plan to support the business owner to grow and innovate their business.

This course is registered with the Management Capability Development Voucher Fund 

Top Rated Courses

Access hours of amazing, in-depth trainings including practical step-by-step instructions, workbooks and much more.

You have six months access

Learn at your own pace. Join Di’s weekly sessions in the Payroll 360 community when it suits to lock in the learning.

Awesome Community

Join our community and connect with students from around NZ who are just like you. Learn and share with the ever-growing community.

Payroll training that’s straightforward and accessible for everyone