Front Desk & Accounts Administrator (Part-Time)

The Caxton Press; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Caxton Press is seeking a friendly, organised Receptionist & Accounts Administrator to join our Canterbury team on a 32-hour week. This role combines front-line customer service with essential accounts administration responsibilities.

You will greet visitors, manage emails, handle general enquiries, process invoices and statements, reconcile accounts, and support month-end processes. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Administration, reception, or accounts experience.
• Confident with customers and suppliers.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Accurate and detail-focused.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; Xero experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and answer calls.
• Manage emails and general enquiries.
• Coordinate mail, couriers, and office supplies.
• Maintain filing systems and business records.
• Process accounts payable/receivable; prepare invoices.
• Reconcile bank and supplier accounts; month-end reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records in the accounting system.

Skills

Administration experience

Reception experience

Accounts experience

Organisation

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Xero

Job description

The Caxton Press is seeking a friendly, organised Receptionist & Accounts Administrator to join our Canterbury team on a 32-hour week. This role combines front-line customer service with essential accounts administration responsibilities.

You will greet visitors, manage emails, handle general enquiries, process invoices and statements, reconcile accounts, and support month-end processes. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential.