Accounts Payable Assistant | 9M fixed term contract

Macpac Ltd.; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Team member discounts

Job summary

Macpac Ltd. is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable assistant on a 9-month contract in Christchurch. You will process high-volume invoices, reconcile statements, and support supplier and store teams to keep our finance operations running smoothly.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with Apparel21, manage AP files, and work with an experienced team. Hybrid flexibility after training, with some days at Macpac Basecamp and some from home to support focus and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Strong admin and data-entry skills.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Interest in a career in accounts or finance.
• Experience in accounts or office administration preferred.
• Familiarity with Apparel21 ERP is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoices using Apparel21.
• Perform vendor statement checks and ensure financial accuracy.
• Resolve invoice and receipting queries with suppliers and stores.
• Maintain AP files and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Administrative skills

Problem solving

Accounts experience

Tools

Apparel21

Job description

Join Macpac on a 9-month contract and gain valuable hands-on experience within our Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, takes pride in accuracy, and is keen to develop their skills in Accounts Payable. You'll be supported by an experienced team, exposed to key finance processes, and play an important role in keeping our business running smoothly.

What You’ll Be Doing

Key Responsibilities Include

• Invoice Management – Process high-volume invoices (approx. 800/month) using Apparel21
• Accuracy & Reconciliation – Perform vendor statement checks and ensure financial accuracy.
• Supplier & Store Support – Resolve invoice and receipting queries efficiently.
• Document Management & Compliance – maintain accurate and organised AP files and compliance with policies.

What We’re Looking For

• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Strong administration and data entry skills, with comfort in repetitive tasks
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset
• An interest in building a career in accounts or finance
• Previous accounts or office administration experience is preferred
• Exposure to ERP systems (Apparel21) is a highly desired, not a requirement

Why You’ll Love It

• Build valuable finance experience while working with an experienced and supportive team.
• Hybrid flexibility following training, with flexibility to work from Macpac Basecamp for collaboration and from home for focus.
• Great team environment with coaching, support, and opportunities to learn.
• Generous team member discounts across Macpac, Supercheap Auto and other corporate perks

Our Culture of Inclusion:

Super Retail Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We support, promote and celebrate diversity and we recognise the benefits a culture of inclusion brings to our workplace and customer experience.