Finance Administrator

We have a wonderful opportunity for a Finance Administrator to join the Finance team and work in a fun, supportive environment.

What you will be doing:

• Managing accounts payable function in Datascape, including processing supplier invoices and completing weekly payment runs
• Manage supplier on-boarding and maintenance and respond to supplier queries.
• Month end tasks and internal reporting
• Support accounts receivable including allocating and receipting payments.
• Provide general finance administration and customer-focused support to the wider organisation.
• Providing day to day administrative and project support

About you: You’ll bring strong attention to detail, sound computer skills (including spreadsheets), and the ability to work confidently with numbers and people.

Apply now.

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a role with real purpose, we would love to hear from you, please send your cover letter and CV to: HR@kaikoura.govt.nz

Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, resident or have a valid work permit.

Applications will be processed as they are received so we encourage you to apply early.  Applications will close on 18 May 2026, or sooner, should we find a suitable candidate earlier.

• Sound knowledge of MS Office suite especially Excel
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in a Local Government or public sector environment
• Exposure to financial systems, invoice scanning or e‑invoicing platforms
• Understanding of basic accounting principles
• Exposure to debtor, revenue or bank reconciliation processes

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