Bookeeper and Administrator

Belverdale Hospital | Whanganui, 1.0FTE

Belverdale Hospital is a trusted provider of high-quality private surgical services, committed to service excellence and patient safety. We provide elective surgical services across Orthopaedics, General and Laparoscopic Surgery, Gynaecology, Endoscopy, Otorhinolaryngology (ORL), and Head and Neck Surgery.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Bookkeeper & Administration Professional to join our team in Whanganui.

About the role

The Bookkeeper & Administration position is responsible for the accurate, timely and efficient day-to-day financial administration of Belverdale Hospital. The role supports the Hospital's financial operations through debtor and creditor management, bank reconciliations, Xero processing, draft GST preparation, PAYE and payroll-related administration, and general financial administration. This is a hands-on role within a busy hospital environment and requires a capable, organised and approachable person who can manage competing priorities, work independently and communicate professionally with a wide range of staff, patients, suppliers and external advisers.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and process patient and other debtor invoices accurately and promptly
• Maintain debtor records, allocate receipts and reconcile debtor accounts
• Monitor outstanding accounts and undertake appropriate follow-up of overdue balances
• Process, code and maintain supplier invoices and creditor records in Xero
• Complete regular bank reconciliations and maintain accurate transaction coding in Xero
• Prepare draft GST returns and supporting reconciliations for review and filing by the external CFO
• Assist with payroll administration and PAYE processing as required
• Provide financial and general administrative support within the Hospital as required
• Maintain confidentiality of patient, employee, financial and commercially sensitive information
• Assist with documenting and improving finance and administration procedures
• Cover front desk reception on occassion

About you

• Previous experience in accounts administration, bookkeeping or a similar finance role
• Strong practical experience using Xero
• Demonstrated experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable and bank reconciliations
• Sound understanding of GST and PAYE
• Strong computer skills
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and organisational ability
• Ability to prioritise a busy workload, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence dealing with a large and varied group of staff and patients
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately
• Desirable: Previous experience in a hospital, medical, healthcare or other clinical environment

Why join Belverdale Hospital?

At Belverdale Hospital, you will be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a private surgical setting. We value professionalism, teamwork, cultural safety, quality improvement, and a strong patient-centred focus. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your theatre expertise and commitment to excellence will be highly valued.

Why Whanganui?

Whanganui is known as New Zealand’s UNESCO City of Design, with a thriving arts scene, rich history, and striking natural landscapes. The city offers easy access to the Whanganui River, museums and galleries, parks and reserves, and a compact CBD with plenty of places to eat, drink and explore. It is also centrally located within a three-hour drive of Wellington, Napier, Taupō and New Plymouth, with flights between Auckland and Whanganui available several times a day. Discover Whanganui also highlights the city’s affordable housing options and lifestyle benefits, noting that Whanganui is one of New Zealand’s affordable real estate markets and a place where health and wellbeing are a priority.

Apply now

If you are an experienced bookkeeper and administrator who is passionate about patient care, teamwork, and high-quality service, we would love to hear from you. Please note all applications are to be submitted via seek. If you have any further questions about the role please contact General Manager - Aimee Dackers via [email protected]

Applications close on the 30th of October 2026.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.