Accounts Administrator

Role overview

This is a practical, office-based Accounts Administrator position with a marine business delivering technical work for clients in New Zealand and overseas. The organisation has a relaxed, down-to-earth culture where people contribute across the board, support one another, and take pride in doing quality work.

You will join a small and well-established finance team that has been together for a long time, and the business is keen to welcome someone who can become a dependable part of the group for the long term. The company is also in the process of improving systems and simplifying internal processes behind the scenes.

Key focus areas

• Support accounts payable activity, including processing a high volume of invoices.
• Handle invoicing and timesheet-related admin accurately and on time.
• Assist with general office and administrative tasks as needed.
• Work closely with finance colleagues and other stakeholders across the business.
• Contribute to a stable, team-oriented environment where flexibility and reliability matter.

What the role suits

This opportunity will suit someone with previous exposure to accounts administration or accounts payable who is comfortable with detailed work and busy workflows. The right person will be approachable, steady under pressure, and happy to pitch in wherever needed. Strong follow-through, a collaborative attitude, and a genuine interest in becoming a trusted point of contact within the team are important.

Requirements

• Prior experience in accounts payable or accounts administration.
• Confidence managing high volumes of invoices, timesheets, and detailed data.
• Careful attention to detail, especially when checking and following up on discrepancies.
• Good communication skills and comfort dealing with people across the business.
• Strong organisation, dependability, and the ability to work well in a busy hands-on setting.

What’s offered

• A permanent, long-term role in a stable and growing business.
• A supportive team with strong tenure and a practical working style.
• A varied day-to-day workload across accounts, administration, and stakeholder support.
• The chance to become a reliable “go-to” person for the team.
• Westhaven-based office environment with full in-office work expected.

Application notes

Applications are to be submitted through this advert. The team will review applications as they are received and will be in contact with shortlisted candidates.

If you have questions, you can call Rachel on 0272528022 and mention Job ID: 17899 for a confidential discussion.

To be considered, you must be a New Zealand citizen, a New Zealand resident, or already hold the right to work in New Zealand with a valid visa.

References will be requested later in the process, so they should not be included on your CV.

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