Accounts Payable Assistant | 12 Month Fixed-Term - Farro Support Office

Farro; Auckland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid birthday leave

Team discounts on Farro products

Free barista coffee

Great team culture

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Farro in Auckland's Grey Lynn is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance team. You will manage a high volume of supplier invoices, ensure correct approvals, and keep supplier records accurate.

This full-time, 12-month fixed-term role supports month-end processes, resolves invoice discrepancies, and helps deliver timely payments while building strong supplier relationships in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting processes.
• Intermediate Excel skills and confidence using accounting systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build supplier relationships.
• Great organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage a high volume of supplier invoices accurately.
• Ensure invoices have correct approvals before payments.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and prepare invoices for payment.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and supplier queries.
• Support month-end processes and meet deadlines.
• Build positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and create efficiencies.
• Support the wider Finance team with additional tasks and projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Independent working

Team player

Prioritisation

Tools

Excel

Accounting software / systems

Job description

Join the Farro team and be part of a supportive, fast-paced environment where your attention to detail and financial expertise will make a real difference!

At Farro, Auckland's most mouthwatering food market, we're passionate about great food, great people and creating an environment where our teams can thrive.

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance team at our Grey Lynn Support Office.

This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term opportunity, working Monday to Friday at our Grey Lynn Support Office. You'll play a key role in supporting our Finance team, ensuring our accounts payable processes run smoothly, and our suppliers are paid accurately and on time.

About the role

As our Accounts Payable Assistant, you'll be responsible for managing a high volume of supplier invoices, maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider Finance team with day-to-day operations.

Here's a snapshot of what you'll be doing:

• Processing and managing a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Ensuring invoices have the correct approvals before processing payments.
• Reconciling supplier accounts and preparing invoices for payment.
• Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies, missing documentation and supplier queries.
• Supporting month-end processes and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Building positive working relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and create greater efficiencies.
• Supporting the wider Finance team with additional tasks and projects as required.

What we're looking for

We're after someone who enjoys working with numbers, has an eye for detail and takes pride in getting things right!

Ideally, you'll bring:

• At least 2 years' experience in an Accounts Payable or similar finance role.
• A good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting processes.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using accounting or financial systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with suppliers and colleagues.
• Great organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• A proactive, positive attitude and the confidence to work independently while being part of a team.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and remain calm under pressure.

Why join Farro?

At Farro, we value our people and the contribution they make to our business. Along with being part of a passionate and supportive team, you'll enjoy:

• Paid birthday leave – because your special day deserves celebrating!
• Team discounts on our delicious Farro products.
• Free barista coffee to keep you fuelled throughout the day.
• A great team culture and welcoming working environment.
• Career development opportunities to grow your skills and experience.