Office and Contracts Accounts Administrator

Tangram; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Office and Contracts Accounts Administrator to cover maternity leave at their Christchurch office. The role involves managing customer interactions, handling financial processes, and administrative support. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and customer service skills, contributing to an effective construction team.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail required.
• Experience with construction site documentation is preferred.
• Strong computer literacy and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate production of construction client contracts.
• Management of project-related registers and technical team documents.
• Front office administration for the Christchurch branch.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Dynamic AX

Procore

Job description

Office and Contracts Accounts Administrator

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Listing Description

Location

Location Christchurch City, Canterbury

Job type

Job type Full time

Duration

Duration Contract

Description

Who Are We

Calder Stewart is a nationwide leader in developing property and building solutions for New Zealand's industrial and commercial markets.

Every year our team of around 430 people deliver outcomes for local, national, and international clients by building many of the largest and most complex projects across the country. A family-owned business started in Milton in 1955, for over 70 years we have successfully evolved our services into a national offering. Our capabilities include an extensive land portfolio, end-to-end property services, Design Build solutions, plus manufacturing and construction services.

With steady growth, the ability to communicate to our whole team has become a key focus to our business to ensure we continue to share our story with our people and our customers. We have generations of proven experience on our team, and we deliver flexible solutions and we're driven by a common set of values in 'Find a Way', 'Play Fair', 'Be Loyal' and 'Own It'.

About the Role

An opportunity has become available at our Christchurch office for an Office and Contracts Accounts Administrator to cover maternity leave. We are looking for an individual with exceptional organisational skills, customer service skills, strong computer literacy and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

As the Office and Contracts Accounts Administrator, you will be an integral part of the Construction Team. You will provide support of the financial process for client contracts and ensure data is processed and entered into Dynamic AX system in a timely manner. Additionally, you will act as the main point of contact for customers, suppliers and staff, providing front of house and office admin support for the Christchurch branch.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

· timely and accurate production of documentation, including construction client contracts, to a high standard

· maintenance of project related registers

· management and maintenance of technical team documents and templates.

· coordination of office maintenance needs

· responsible for all mail and courier services

· meeting room management

· maintenance of office stationary, cleaning supplies and café consumables, ordering as required.

· Other office administration tasks as needed.

Skills and Attributes

The successful candidates will be able to consistently demonstrate accuracy, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. You are energetic, keen to learn, and enjoy working in a team environment and won't be afraid to take ownership of your work. Previous experience in this type of role would be beneficial.

Additionally, we will be looking for the following attributes from candidates:

· Proven organisational and time management skills, including the ability to manage conflicting priorities.

· Experience with construction site documentation is preferred

· Able to use construction-based technology (e.g. Procore, Dynamic AX, desktop applications)

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Organised, efficient and proactive whilst maintaining the highest level of accuracy

· Committed to providing excellent customer service with a professional attitude at all times

Please note this is a fixed term role covering parental leave.

Culture and Benefits

In return, we offer you an opportunity to join a solid, long standing and reputable company with a supportive work environment where you will meet great people and are provided with long-term career opportunities. For further information, please visit our website http://www.calderstewart.co.nz and click our employment section.

Applications for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Calder Stewart is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A negative drug test result will be a condition of any offer of employment.

Applications Close: 22/07/2025Apply online for this role or contact Calder Stewart for more information.