Auckland Council

Finance Administrator

Auckland Council  •  Wellington, NZ (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Play a key role in strengthening the finance team to support wider business objectives.

  • Join a collaborative and supportive team.

  • Permanent role, Wellington

  • Five weeks annual leave and 15 wellness days

Te tūranga – The role

As the Financial Administrator you will ensure the processing of timely supplier payments and the
Banks receivables in an accurate and efficient manner while maintaining positive relationships with the rest of the business.

Day-to-day your role will be to provide financial administration support to the team and ensure that processing and reporting deadlines are met, and back-up support is provided for variations in workflow patterns

You will be responsible for:

  • Process supplier invoices and ensure accurate entry into the finance system

  • Managing credit cards and support day-to-day payment activities

  • Handle supplier payments, including payment runs and foreign currency invoices

  • Support month-end processes, including reconciliations and financial record accuracy

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Ō pūkenga – About you

We’re looking for a collaborative worker, who can work to deadlines effectively. To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Accuracy and efficiency in data entry into financial systems.

  • Basic knowledge of GST requirements for tax invoices.

  • Excel skills to an intermediate level.

  • Basic knowledge of accounting.

  • Experience in a financial operations environment.

Ko wai matou – Who we are 

We’re kaitiaki (guardians) of New Zealand’s financial ecosystem – enabling economic wellbeing and prosperity. We do this by providing money and cash, helping to keep prices stable and underpinning the financial system to allow New Zealand to spend, save, insure and do business. 

We support a sustainable, productive and efficient economy built on integrity, innovation and inclusion. We’re building diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Our differences help us deliver our best work. We welcome and value knowledge of Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti and Tikanga. 

Ngā painga – What we can offer you 

We have much to offer from flexible working to an inclusive and positive workplace culture. Our benefits include additional leave options, a wellness package, generous parental leave provisions, learning and development opportunities, and access to social, networking and sporting activities. 

Find more information here: www.rbnz.govt.nz/careers/our-benefits

Kōrero tāpiri – Additional information 

We welcome all people, and we want everyone to be able to equitably participate in our recruitment process. Check out the position description and get in touch with us if you have any questions: recruitment@rbnz.govt.nz

Me pēhea te tuku tono – Interested? 

Applications close at midnight 7 June 2026. Please include a cover letter outlining why you’ll be a great fit for the role. Please review the here

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Auckland Council

About Auckland Council

Auckland Council serves over 1.5 million Aucklanders providing services, policies and decision-making.

We’re here to serve Auckland and build a more prosperous region, one that gives a voice to our citizens, and makes it a great place to live, visit and invest.

Our talented people support Auckland’s elected representatives by providing specialist advice, implementing decisions and delivering services like rubbish and recycling, resource and building consents, bylaws, events and parks.

Our vision is to create a world-class city where talent wants to live. If you are interested in working for Auckland, visit our career website (careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz) or check our 'Jobs' and 'Life' tabs.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Auckland, NZ
Year Founded
2010
Website
govt.nz
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