Accounts & Office Administrator (Part-time)

At Residential Buildings Services Ltd (RBS), we free up residential builders to build better businesses and better lives. We partner with residential building companies throughout New Zealand to reduce complexity, compliance burden, fragmented processes and pressure on in-house teams by providing proven, specialist building services across estimation, draughting and consenting, health and safety, HR and accounting, so our clients can focus on building quality homes, happy customers, and building stronger businesses.

We are now looking for an experienced and organised Accounts & Office Administrator to join our team and make a real difference to the smooth running of our office and internal accounting support functions.  This is a part-time position of 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based in our Tauranga office.

Why join RBS?

• Purpose-led work with a specialist team that supports the residential building industry
• A successful company in growth mode
• A role with real impact. Your work supports the internal operations that help our team deliver high quality services to our clients
• A collaborative, vibrant and fun environment where people share knowledge, back each other and enjoy each other’s company
• Opportunities to develop your technical capability and grow your career in a business that values practical expertise and continuous improvement
• Attractive employee benefits, including Southern Cross Healthcare, Long service rewards and access to training and further education study support

About the role

This is a varied and hands-on role that will suit someone who enjoys keeping things running smoothly, takes pride in accuracy and organisation, and is confident supporting both office administration and accounts functions.

In this role, you will provide day-to-day support across office administration and accounts administration.  Your responsibilities will include:

• General office administration and coordination
• Reception and telephone support
• Travel and accommodation bookings, catering and office supplies
• Monthly creditor statement checking and reconciliations
• Assisting with debtor management and outstanding accounts follow-up
• Credit card reconciliations
• Supporting the accounting team with a range of administration tasks

What success looks like

• The office runs smoothly and efficiently each day
• Accounts administration is completed accurately and on time
• Internal teams feel well supported
• Issues are identified early and handled proactively

About you

• We’d love to hear from you if you bring most of the following:
• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar administration and/or accounts support role
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Confidence using the Microsoft Office Suite
• A professional, reliable and trustworthy approach
• A positive, flexible and team-focused attitude
• A willingness to learn.

 It would be a bonus if you also have:

• Experience with MYOB
• Experience in construction or professional services.

 This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team in a role where no two days are the same. You’ll play an important part in helping the business run efficiently and professionally, while working in a part-time role that offers consistency across the working week.

A note on applying

You do not need to tick every box to apply.  If this role sounds like a strong fit for your skills and experience, and you’re excited by the chance to support a busy, practical, high trust business with strong office and accounts administration, we’d love to hear from you.

RBS is committed to creating a welcoming, respectful workplace. We encourage applications from people of different backgrounds and experiences.

Apply now

If you are an experienced administrator with strong accounts support skills and are looking for a varied part-time opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.