Accounts Administrator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Administrator to join a welcoming and supportive head office team based in Auckland. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a varied, busy environment where your attention to detail and collaborative spirit will be highly valued. As an integral part of the finance function, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of financial processes across multiple entities within the group. The organisation prides itself on fostering a close-knit, co-operative culture where every team member’s contribution is recognised and appreciated.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Accounts Administrator, you will immerse yourself in a variety of essential finance tasks that underpin the success of the entire organisation. Your responsibilities will involve;

• Process end-to-end accounts payable for the head office as well as associated group entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness at every stage.
• Raise and issue purchase orders while maintaining compliance with internal authority limits, demonstrating careful attention to company policies.
• Manage invoice coding, batching, and payment processing with precision, supporting the integrity of financial data across the organisation.
• Follow up on approvals by liaising with senior stakeholders when necessary, using your interpersonal skills to ensure smooth work flow.
• Provide administrative support for various finance-related tasks including basic reporting duties that contribute to informed decision-making.
• Maintain tidy and accurate records and documentation so that information is always accessible and up-to-date for audits or reviews.
• Liaise regularly with administrators across different branches to ensure consistency in processes and provide guidance or training as needed.
• Support general office functions by working collaboratively with colleagues from other departments to achieve shared goals.
• Contribute positively to the wider team by sharing knowledge, offering assistance where required, and participating in communal initiatives.

Key Requirements:

To excel in this role, your background should include;

• Previous experience in an accounts administration or finance support role that demonstrates your dependability and understanding of financial processes.
• Familiarity with accounting systems—Xero experience is particularly valued—and advanced Excel skills that enable you to manage data efficiently.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with a high level of accuracy when processing transactions or maintaining records.
• Excellent organisational abilities allowing you to prioritise workload effectively while managing multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising quality.
• Comfortable communicating clearly with colleagues at all levels including senior leadership, showing empathy and consideration in every interaction.
• A positive attitude paired with a collaborative mindset ensures you are always willing to help others and adapt as circumstances change.
• Eagerness to learn new systems or procedures while taking initiative to suggest or implement process improvements that benefit the whole team.
• Ability to work independently when required but also thrive as part of a supportive group focused on shared success.

How to apply? If this opportunity sounds like it might be the right fit for you, please don't hesitate to get in touch via the information below, or apply directly (no cover letter needed)

Associate Consultant - Georgia Waters - georgia.waters@robertwalters.co.nz

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Georgie Waters on +6493747364.