Bookkeeper

Private Advertiser; Māngere-Ōtāhuhu; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Small-business environment

Staff discounts

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a responsible, driven bookkeeper for a part-time, on-site role in Auckland. You will manage daily and monthly accounts end-to-end and work closely with management and the production team.

The position offers flexible 2–3 days per week with on-site work, exposure to GST/PAYE compliance, payroll processing, and collaboration with an external accountant as needed.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Accounting/Finance/Commerce or 3+ years bookkeeping experience.
• Solid understanding of NZ accounting principles, GST, PAYE and compliance requirements.
• Experience with accounting software is highly regarded.
• Experience in manufacturing, food production or stock-based businesses is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, manage your time and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication with suppliers, customers and management.
• Proactive, trustworthy approach and ownership of the books.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records, including supplier and customer invoices.
• Process accounts payable/receivable and chase overdue payments.
• Reconcile bank accounts and monitor cash flow.
• Verify transactions and flag discrepancies or irregularities.
• Prepare GST returns and meet IRD obligations.
• Process payroll, PAYE and KiwiSaver contributions.
• Track stock and production costs, including raw materials, packaging and ingredients.
• Complete month-end processes and prepare month-end financial statements.
• Assist with budgets, expenditure and management reports.
• Liaise with our external accountant as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Ownership

Education

Diploma or degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce

3+ years bookkeeping experience

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

About Us

We are artisan manufacturer of products. We supply retailers, restaurants and customers across New Zealand. We’re a close-knit team that cares about doing things properly, and we’re looking for a responsible, driven bookkeeper to keep our accounts running smoothly.

The Role

This is a part-time, on-site position of 2–3 days per week. You will manage our daily and monthly accounts from end to end and work closely with management and the production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, including supplier and customer invoices
• Process accounts payable and receivable, and follow up on overdue payments
• Reconcile bank accounts and monitor cash flow
• Verify transactions and flag any discrepancies or irregularities
• Prepare and file GST returns and meet other IRD obligations
• Process payroll, PAYE and KiwiSaver contributions
• Track stock and production costs, including raw materials, packaging and ingredients
• Complete month-end processes and prepare month end financial statements
• Assist with budget, expenditure and management reports to support decision-making
• Liaise with our external accountant as required

About You

• A diploma or higher qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration or a related field, or at least three years of bookkeeping or accounts administration experience
• A solid understanding of NZ accounting principles, GST, PAYE and compliance requirements
• Experience with accounting software is highly regarded
• Experience in manufacturing, food production or stock-based businesses is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to work independently, manage your time and met deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for dealing with suppliers, customers and management
• A proactive, trustworthy approach, and comfort with taking ownership of the books

What We Offer

• Hourly rate is depending on experience
• Flexible part-time hours (2–3 days per week, with days negotiable)
• A friendly, supportive small-business environment
• The chance to make a real difference in a growing artisan food business
• Generous staff discounts on all products