Office Administrator/Bookkeeper

Hunter Mcleod; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

36-hour week

5 weeks leave

Career development

Supportive team

Job summary

Hunter McLeod Ltd in Queenstown, Otago, is seeking an office administrator and bookkeeper to join our tight-knit team. This full-time role offers an opportunity to build on your administration and accounting skills while providing essential support to the Managing Director and Practice Manager.

You will handle client enquiries, accounts payable/receivable, GST returns, IT upkeep, and marketing tasks, with a friendly, professional approach.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using Xero.
• Experience using online payroll systems.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Welcome clients and visitors, providing a professional first point of contact.
• Provide refreshments (tea/coffee/water) and ensure a welcoming client environment.
• Answer and direct phone and email enquiries.
• General administration tasks including purchasing office supplies, mail runs, general errands, filing, administrative support and ad-hoc duties as required.
• Document scanning and filing.
• Client database maintenance and updates.
• Assisting with compilation of formal documents and procedure manuals.
• Personal Assistance to Managing Director.
• Assisting Practice Manager and accountants when required.
• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Property management assistance.
• Marketing, advertising and Mailchimp newsletters.
• Preparation of client GST Returns.
• IT proficient to maintain office IT systems, supported by Company IT specialist.

Skills

2 years experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Work under pressure

Strong communication

Xero

Payroll experience

Microsoft Office

Tools

Xero

Online payroll systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We are seeking an office administrator/bookkeeper to join our team at Hunter McLeod Ltd in Queenstown, Otago. This full-time role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator/bookkeeper to continue to further their knowledge within a tight knit team.

What you will be doing

• Welcome clients and visitors, providing a professional first point of contact
• Provide refreshments (tea/coffee/water) and ensure a welcoming client environment
• Answer and direct phone and email enquiries
• General administration tasks including purchasing office supplies, mail runs, general errands, filing, administrative support and ad-hoc duties as and when required
• Document scanning and filing
• Client database maintenance and updates
• Assisting with compilation of formal documents and procedure manuals
• Personal Assistance to Managing Director
• Assisting Practice Manager and accountants when required
• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Property management assistance
• Marketing, advertising and Mailchimp newsletters
• Preparation of client GST Returns
• IT proficient to maintain office IT systems, supported by Company IT specialist (experience preferable but not essential)

What we’re looking for

• 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience using Xero
• Experience using online payroll systems
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 36 hour working week
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Supportive and collaborative team environment