Accounts Payable

Temp Accounts Payable - Start Immediately in the CBD! 3-6 Month Assignment with potential for longer term | 2 Days WFH | Full AP role

• 3-6 months with potential for longer term
• Immediate start - CBD - 2 WFH days
• Inclusive and down to earth culture

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next challenge? Join a dynamic and growing NZ business, with an excellent client base, a supportive culture, and exciting opportunities ahead.

About the Role
We’re seeking a proactive and self-motivated AP superstar to take ownership of a sole-charge Accounts Payable function. You’ll be working closely with multiple stakeholders, including Project Managers, the Finance Manager, and other internal and external stakeholders. With up to two work-from-home days, this role offers flexibility and variety, with the potential to grow into broader accounting duties.

What You’ll Bring
To hit the ground running, you’ll need:

1. Volume/Complex Transactional AP Experience – Proven experience managing high-volume and complex AP processes.
2. ERP Expertise – Ideally, experience with large ERP systems (Dynamics preferred).
3. End-to-End Payables Knowledge – Either a relevant accounting degree or hands-on experience in a complex AP environment.
4. Industry Experience – Familiarity with AP in project, construction, or property environments is a big plus!
5. Strong Excel skills – ideally you will be super comfortable with Vlook-ups and Pivot Tables

Key Behaviours & Attributes for Success

• Ownership & Accountability – You thrive in an independent role, managing your time effectively and ensuring nothing slips through the cracks.
• Strong Communication Skills – You’re confident engaging with Project Managers, keeping the Finance Manager informed, and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Quick Learner – With a history of stepping into new systems and processes with ease, you’re ready to take initiative and drive your own learning.
• Proactive & Detail-Oriented – You go above and beyond, taking pride in your work and ensuring AP processes run smoothly.

What's in it for you?

• Growth Opportunities – As the company builds scale, this AP role could evolve into broader accounting responsibilities.
• Supportive Team Culture – Work alongside a transparent CEO and a collaborative team that values your contributions.
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance – Enjoy up to 2 work-from-home days per week in a business that values flexibility (initial training period will require work in office).

ONLY APPLICANTS ALREADY RESIDING IN NEW ZEALAND WITH VALID WORK RIGHTS WILL BE CONSIDERED

We recognise that neurodiversity is critical to a healthy, successful workplace. Our role is to uncover and advocate strengths via a psychologically safe recruitment experience. So, if a typical recruitment process doesn’t bring out your best, let us know. We want you to shine, not shy away.  
  
Next steps 
 
Apply here with a CV in MS Word. You’ll need to hold NZ citizenship, residency, or have already secured a valid visa. Want to discuss your suitability further? Find me via our website.
  
We understand some job seekers choose not to apply if a role isn’t a 100% match. We’d encourage you to apply anyway or send us your details. If this isn’t right something else might be. 

A bit about Kelly, who's recruiting this role
  
I’m an accounting support/payroll specialist with 17 years in the Auckland market. Ngati Kahu ki Whangaroa is my Iwi and I am also of Irish decent. I love my Whānau, Patches my rescue dog, and am super passionate about helping accounting support and payroll people cultivate their careers via great new roles.

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