Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity6-Month Fixed Term Secondment OpportunityWe are looking for an Accounts Payable Administrator to join the Shared Transaction Centre on a fixed term contract. Support the Accounts Payable Team Leader to work with internal and external stakeholders, maximise automation financial processing, administrative efficiency and improve service delivery across the organisation.Key accountabilities for this position include, but not limited to:Large supplier account reconciliationsRequisition requests High volume invoice processingMatch exceptions resolutionsReceipting escalationsSupplier maintenance, onboarding and set-up Co-ordination and execution of foreign and domestic pay runs, working with Treasury, signatories, and the banks.Identify technical roadblocks and opportunities, and suggesting improvementsFinancial Delegations/Sensitive Expenditure Processing Travel/expenses and reimbursementsAccurately matching invoices to Purchase OrdersEscalation of issues to the advisory team for internal/external customersManaging the accounts payable function for your portion of the ledgerAccurately matching invoices to Purchase OrdersWeekly and monthly payment runsOther Ad Hoc dutiesThis is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday). Salary range is $62,100 - $70,200pa plus benefits. For more detailed information, please refer to the Position DescriptionHe kōrero mōu | About youYou’ve worked in a complex, high‑volume environment, thrive under time pressure, and stay current with accounts payable/P2P best practice. You’re a people person with a can‑do attitude who balances accurate, high‑throughput processing with excellent service to students and corporate customers (transactions, refunds, invoice payments).Ngā Pūkenga Motuhake | Important SkillsExcellent organisational and analytical skills.Experience using an ERP (e.g., PeopleSoft) and strong Excel proficiency; quick to learn new, industry‑specific systems.Experience in Accounts Payable and Pay to Purchase within a large complex organisationProven performance in a customer‑focused environment with strong problem‑solving abilities.A clear commitment to policy, control, and compliance in every transaction.Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
We offer an opportunity within New Zealand’s leading University that will have a positive impact on the lives of students. We also offer:Five weeks’ annual leave per annumFlexible working – Hybrid model (blend of in-office and remote)Discounted parking and various leisure and recreation servicesA diverse and inclusive working environmentFor more information please visit Staff Benefits.
