Accounts Administrator

The Opportunity
An opportunity to manage financial records, payroll and reporting for an established organisation in Christchurch. This permanent part time role requires 30-35 hours per week, hours might include weekend shifts. 

The Company
Established organisation based in Christchurch. Operates with structured financial processes, including regular payroll and reporting cycles.  The organisation maintains confidential financial and employee records as part of its standard operations.

The Role

• Maintain accurate financial records and general ledgers.
• Record daily payments, service fees, purchases, receipts, supplier payments, operating expenses, bank deposits and other financial transactions.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card transactions, EFTPOS payments, cash deposits and payments received through billing and payment systems.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including processing supplier invoices, preparing purchase orders, scheduling approved payments and following up on outstanding accounts.
• Process payroll based on approved timesheets and employment agreements, including wages, leave payments, public holidays, deductions, PAYE and KiwiSaver information.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll and leave records and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Monitor cash flow, upcoming financial commitments, supplier payments and operating expenses, and report any financial concerns to management.
• Prepare regular profit and loss summaries, budget reports, expenditure reports and financial summaries.
• Reconcile billing records, payments, insurance payments, refunds and other outstanding amounts.
• Verify financial transactions, investigate discrepancies and report any irregularities to management.
• Prepare GST, PAYE, payroll and year-end supporting schedules and provide financial records and documentation to the external accountant.
• Liaise with the external accountant, suppliers, insurance providers and other relevant parties regarding financial transactions, invoices, payments and supporting documentation.
• Maintain organised and confidential financial records and assist with bookkeeping procedures, payment reconciliation processes and internal financial controls.

Your Profile

• Relevant NZQF Level 4 or higher qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance, or Business Administration with an accounting component, or at least three years of relevant bookkeeping or accounts administration experience.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain confidential financial and employee information.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Availability for a minimum of 30-35 hours per week on a rostered basis, which may include weekend shifts.
• Valid working rights for New Zealand.

Ready for your next challenge?
Apply now via SEEK and take the next step in your career. To find out more, contact Alastair McLae at [email protected] [021 191 4157](tel:021 191 4157) 

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