Finance Administrator

Sheffield Group; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Isaac Theatre Royal in Christchurch is seeking a Finance Administrator to provide day-to-day transactional and administrative support to the finance function, helping maintain accurate records and support payroll and reconciliations.

The role is 16 to 20 hours per week with autonomy in a small team, offering flexibility while handling supplier relationships and financial tasks.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in accounts support, bookkeeping, or accounts administration role.
• Working knowledge of Xero or comparable accounting system; PayHero or payroll system experience is an advantage.
• Accurate, detail-oriented approach to data entry and reconciliation, with ability to meet deadlines and manage competing demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day transactional and administrative support to the finance function, maintaining accurate financial records.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, support bank reconciliations and payroll administration.
• Support board pack preparation, tax and compliance filings, and governance work.

Skills

Data entry

Reconciliations

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Xero

PayHero

Job description

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Sheffield Group – Christchurch, South Island

Be part of Christchurch’s premier performing arts venue

Provide vital day-to-day financial and administrative support

Enjoy part-time hours with flexibility and autonomy

About the Organisation:

The Isaac Theatre Royal has long been recognised as one of New Zealand’s premier venues for the performing arts. With its rich legacy, the Theatre has attracted some of the world’s most iconic artists and performances and celebrated a wide range of arts.

Key to its success is the Theatre’s belief that access to the performing arts, uplifts spirits, evokes emotions, enriches lives, and can have a profound impact on well-being.

And it’s more than just a venue, the Issac Theatre Royal is a hub for artistic expression, a springboard for local talent, a champion Ōtautahi Christchurch’s creative scene, and a driver of economic growth for the region.

Today, with attendee levels exceeding pre Covid days, and a busy calendar of exciting, diverse and entertaining events, the Theatre will continue to deliver unforgettable experiences for hirers, guests, and the local community, for years to come.

About The Role:

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Finance Administrator provides day-to-day transactional and administrative support to the finance function, helping maintain accurate financial records, processing accounts payable and receivable, and supporting bank reconciliations and payroll administration. The role is for 16 to 20 hours a week.

The role also provides administrative support for board pack preparation, tax and compliance filings, and general finance administration, freeing up the Head of Finance’s time for reporting, strategy, and governance work.

The Ideal Person

As the ideal candidate you will be accurate and detail-oriented, comfortable with data entry, reconciliations, and juggling multiple administrative tasks to meet deadlines.

A good communicator, you will enjoy supporting working in a small team with some independence during part-time hours, building positive relationships with suppliers and colleagues across the Theatre.

In addition, you will have:

• At least 2–3 years’ experience in an accounts support, bookkeeping, or accounts administration role.
• A working knowledge of Xero or a comparable accounting system; experience with PayHero or a similar payroll system would be an advantage.
• Accurate, detail-oriented approach to data entry and reconciliation, with the ability to work to deadlines and manage competing demands.

Applications close on 13 September 2026.

For more information please phone Jane Pollitt on [phone].