Finance Officer

Archway Recruitment; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home 1–2 days/week

Broad finance exposure

Month-end accounting experience

Supportive finance team

Job summary

Archway Recruitment in Wellington, NZ, is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer for a full-time 12-month fixed-term contract. The role offers exposure to end-to-end AP, GST/FBT preparation, reconciliations, and month-end processes within a supportive team.

You will process supplier invoices, raise POs, handle payments and support wider finance tasks as you grow your technical responsibilities. 12-month FTC with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts Payable position.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience using SAP or other top tier finance systems.
• Adaptable and proactive approach to work.
• A collaborative attitude and willingness to support others in a small team environment.
• A desire to learn, develop and take on new responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and payments.
• Preparing monthly credit card statements.
• Raising and issuing purchase orders.
• Supporting billing and collections activities as required.
• Assisting with the preparation of GST and FBT information.
• Supporting month-end processes and reconciliations.
• Assisting with finance projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Communication skills

SAP experience

Adaptable

Team player

Willingness to learn

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Family friendly workplace (WFH + school drop offs/pick ups)
• Genuinely supportive and friendly finance team
• 12 month fixed term contract

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation and a supportive team environment. You'll gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities while developing your technical skills.

This is a full-time, 12 month fixed term contract with the possibility of extension. Preferred start date is end of November 2026 or start of December 2026.

The Role:

This role offers a fantastic platform for someone with Accounts Payable experience who is looking to grow their experience beyond just processing. While the man focus of this role includes end-to-end accounts payable you will gain exposure to tax compliance, reconciliations, and month-end accounting processes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing supplier invoices and payments
• Preparing monthly credit card statements
• Raising and issuing purchase orders
• Supporting billing and collections activities as required
• Assisting with the preparation of GST and FBT information
• Supporting month-end processes and reconciliations
• Assisting with finance projects and process improvement initiatives
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment

About you:

We're looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Officer who is ready to take the next step in their career. You will be confident managing the accounts payable function end-to-end, while also being keen to broaden your experience across wider finance responsibilities. Experience with SAP would be advantageous, but is not essential. To be successful in this role, you will bring

• Experience in an Accounts Payable position
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience using SAP or other top tier finance systems
• An adaptable and proactive approach to work
• A collaborative attitude and willingness to support others in a small team environment
• A desire to learn, develop and take on new responsibilities

What is in it for you?

In return, you'll join an organisation that supports work-life balance, understands family commitments, and takes pride in creating an inclusive and welcoming team culture. You'll be part of a close-knit team where you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills beyond a traditional Accounts Payable role.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements with the potential to work from home (1-2 days once established).
• Exposure to a broad range of finance and accounting responsibilities
• Opportunity to develop your knowledge of month-end accounting processes
• Supportive and experienced finance team

Company: Archway Recruitment
Date posted: 28th Oct, 2026