Finance Assistant

Robert Half Finance & Accounting; Auckland; Presencial; NZD 55.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Robert Half Finance & Accounting is seeking a Finance Assistant to cover a 12-month parental leave in Auckland. The role spans the day-to-day running of the finance function with ownership of a broad range of transactional accounting tasks across multiple entities.

You will contribute to accurate financial records while supporting the Finance Manager in a hands-on, detail-focused environment. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team in a central office.

Formación

• Experience in transactional finance roles (AP/AR).
• Exposure to GST preparation/returns helpful.
• Strong attention to detail and methodical approach.

Responsabilidades

• Managing end-to-end accounts payable, including invoice processing, coding and payments.
• Overseeing accounts receivable, invoicing, allocations and debtor follow-up.
• Completing regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Managing intercompany transactions and recharges.
• Processing creditor payments and responding to supplier queries.
• Assisting with GST preparation and statutory reporting.

Conocimientos

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Bank Reconciliations

GST Returns

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Prioritisation

Descripción del empleo

The Company

Our client is an established, privately owned New Zealand property business with a strong presence in the local market. With a focus on developing and managing quality property projects, they have built a reputation for delivering considered, long-term outcomes across the industry.

Operating from a centrally located office, the business offers a close-knit and collaborative working environment where people take pride in what they do. This is an opportunity to join a successful organisation with an established finance function and work alongside an experienced Finance Manager.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this is a hands-on Finance Assistant position covering a 12-month parental leave period. You will play an integral part in the day-to-day running of the finance function, taking ownership of a broad range of transactional accounting responsibilities across multiple entities.

This is a varied, end-to-end role suited to someone who enjoys being across the detail, keeping things running smoothly and taking pride in maintaining accurate financial records.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the end-to-end accounts payable function, including invoice processing, coding and payment runs.
• Overseeing accounts receivable, including invoicing, allocations and debtor follow-up.
• Completing regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Managing intercompany transactions and recharges.
• Processing creditor payments and responding to supplier queries.
• Assisting with GST preparation and supporting relevant statutory reporting.
• Maintaining accurate financial records across the business.
• Providing general finance and accounting support to the Finance Manager as required.

Your Profile

We're looking for someone who is confident managing transactional finance processes and enjoys working in a hands-on, varied position. You'll ideally bring:

• Previous experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar accounting role.
• Strong end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable experience.
• Confidence completing bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Exposure to GST preparation or returns.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to liaise with both internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive, reliable attitude with the ability to manage competing priorities.