Accounts Administrator
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
We are seeking a permanent, full‑time, experienced and detail‑oriented Accounts Administrator to support the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions within our Finance team. This role plays a vital part in ensuring accurate financial processing, effective debt management, and the delivery of high‑quality customer service across EIT.
Working closely with the Finance Team, managers, support staff, students, suppliers, and external vendors, the Accounts Administrator contributes to smooth financial operations and accurate reporting, including transaction processing and fixed asset administration.
The appointing salary for this role will be dependent on skills and experience.
The Accounts Administrator is based in Finance at the Hawke’s Bay Campus, reporting to the Finance Manager, and will be responsible for:
- Processing accounts payable and receivable transactions accurately and on time
- Managing bank transactions, reconciliations, and cash/EFTPOS receipting
- Maintaining customer and supplier accounts, including debt monitoring and collections
- Supporting fixed asset processing and annual stocktakes
- Providing high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders
He kōrero mōu | About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Proven experience in accounts payable and receivable processes
- Strong knowledge of accounting systems, financial procedures, and reconciliations
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, even under pressure
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively within a team
As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.
For more information, please view the Position Description below.
Mō Mātou | About us
EIT, is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campus locations in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, with learning centres located throughout the region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services that respond to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities.
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including a New Zealand Police vet as this role is identified as a children’s worker.
To apply, please submit your CV and Cover Letter alongside your online application.
For questions, contact peopleandculture@eit.ac.nz.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this advert may close earlier if suitable candidates are identified.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
