Accounts Payable Administrator

Tyson Foods; Huntly; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Health insurance

Life and trauma insurance

KiwiSaver 4.5%

Job summary

Cobb-Vantress New Zealand (CVNZ) is seeking an Accounts Payable Administrator to join our Finance team. This role supports day-to-day AP activities, processes invoices, and ensures timely payments within a fast-paced, global wooden structure environment.

You will work with SAP and Excel, maintaining strong controls and accurate supplier records. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will help with month-end close, audits, and stakeholder communication while fostering a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable or finance administration.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience using accounting systems, preferably SAP.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Good reconciliation and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of GST and accounts payable processes.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow up and coordinate invoice approvals.
• Review purchase orders and investigate invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain supplier records and supporting documentation.
• Complete accounts payable reconciliations and resolve outstanding items.
• Respond to supplier queries and assist with issue resolution.
• Support month-end close activities and reporting requirements.
• Support audits and other finance activities as required.
• Provide occasional administration support across the business.

Skills

Accounts payable

SAP

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Are you an organised and detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and ensuring things run smoothly behind the scenes?

Cobb-Vantress New Zealand (CVNZ) is looking for an Accounts Payable Administrator to join our Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to be part of a global organisation with strong values and a supportive team culture.

Who are we?

Cobb-Vantress is a global leader in poultry genetics, using innovative research and technology to make protein available, healthy and affordable worldwide. Our New Zealand site is based in Rangiriri West, near Huntly, with around 100 team members supporting export markets across Asia.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of accounts payable activities, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time. You will work across multiple systems and collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to maintain strong financial controls and efficient processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Follow up and coordinate invoice approvals
• Review purchase orders and investigate invoice discrepancies
• Maintain supplier records and supporting documentation
• Complete accounts payable reconciliations and resolve outstanding items
• Respond to supplier queries and assist with issue resolution
• Support month-end close activities and reporting requirements
• Support audits and other finance activities as required
• Provide occasional administration support across the business

About You

• 3-5 years' experience in an accounts payable or finance administration role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience using accounting systems, preferably SAP
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Good reconciliation and problem-solving abilities
• A sound understanding of GST, financial controls, and accounts payable processes
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with suppliers and colleagues

Why Join CVNZ?

At CVNZ, our people are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and values-driven workplace where employees can grow and contribute to our success. You'll be joining a collaborative team within a business that values integrity, innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• A paid day off on your birthday
• Health Insurance after 3 months of service
• Life and trauma insurance from Day 1
• Kiwisaver at 4.5%

If you are a motivated finance professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Given the high bio-security element of our working environment, you cannot have chickens or pigs on your property. Part of the selection process will be a home verification check to verify this, as well as a police check, full medical and drug test.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.