Finance and Administration Support - Maternity Leave

Finance & Payroll Support (Maternity Cover)

Presbyterian Support South Canterbury (PSSC) Timaru | Fixed-Term 12 Months | 20 Hours per Week

Are you an experienced payroll and administration professional looking for a flexible part-time opportunity?

Presbyterian Support South Canterbury (PSSC) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance & Payroll Support team member to provide maternity leave cover for up to a 12-month fixed-term period.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive Finance & Administration team, contributing to accurate payroll processing while providing valuable support across accounts and administration functions.

About us

Presbyterian Support South Canterbury (PSSC) is a respected not-for-profit organisation delivering services through Enliven aged care and Family Works programmes across South Canterbury. Our mission is to support people to live, learn and thrive in their communities.

About the Role

Based at our Administration Office in Timaru, this position is responsible for providing accurate and timely payroll processing together with finance and administrative support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing fortnightly payroll in a timely and accurate manner
• Reviewing timesheets, leave applications, allowances and payroll data
• Responding to payroll enquiries while maintaining confidentiality
• Providing Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable support
• Assisting with invoicing, receipting and debtor administration
• Supporting supplier invoice processing and payment preparation
• Providing reception and front desk cover when required
• Assisting the wider Finance & Administration team during busy periods and staff leave

This is a 20-hour per week position. Hours and work pattern can be negotiated, however availability during payroll processing periods will be essential.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

✔ Previous payroll processing experience

✔ Strong administration and organisational skills

✔ Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable experience

✔ Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy

✔ Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

✔ Experience with payroll and accounting systems

✔ The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

✔ Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach

Experience with Datapay would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

• Flexible part-time hours
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Meaningful work supporting a respected community organisation
• Variety across payroll, finance and administration functions
• Convenient Timaru office location

Position Details

Location: Timaru

Hours: 20 hours per week

Term: Fixed-term (12 months) maternity leave cover

Pay Rate: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Applications

If you have payroll experience, enjoy working with numbers and systems, and are looking for a varied administration role within a supportive organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Applications should be submitted to: Human Resources 📧 [email protected] and are available through www.pssc.org.nz/jobs.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and may be required to undergo a Ministry of Justice check.