Finance Administratorat Ministry for Primary Industries60,750 - 70,402

• Finance AdministratorRole type: Full time, PermanentLocation: WellingtonSalary range & band: GSR H: $60,750
• $70,402 depending on skills and experience About the role
• Kōrero mō te tūrangaAs a Financial Administrator, you will be part of the team responsible for all financial transactions and processes relating to accounts receivable, accounts payable, debt management and debt collection, banking, receipting, dealing with customer enquiries in an accurate and timely manner, and customer account reconciliations.

• MōuThe ideal candidate will have previous extensive experience in Accounts Receivable or Payable.You will be a proficient user of Microsoft Excel and ideally be a skilled user of Finance One (also known as Technology One).You need to be proactive and a strong team player willing to support others.

Your customer service skills will be second to none allowing you to communicate and negotiate clearly with customers.

Due to the nature of the work attention to detail is key, so we need you to have a keen eye.If you are passionate about utilising your financial and customer service skills, this could be the opportunity you are looking for!To be successful in this role you will have:Solid working knowledge of accounting principles including financial reconciliations, accounts receivable processes and practicesExperience delivering accurate and timely financial operations (Accounts Receivable/Payable)Experience in Debt Collection and customer accounts management (desirable)Strong numerical skills with an eye for detailAbility to multi-task and prioritise work effectively to meet deadlinesProven negotiation skills and confidence dealing with customersCommitment to professional ethics, confidentiality and privacyExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with customers and colleaguesA reputation as a reliable and collaborative team player who delivers on commitmentsPositive, flexible, solution-focused approach and commitment to continuous improvement You do not need to meet all of the role requirements to apply.

We offer a breadth of development and learning opportunities and will welcome an application if you think you could make a great fit.

• Mō tō mātou RōpūThe Finance Administration team sits within the Finance Systems and Processing area of Finance, Property and Procurement.Reporting to the Team Leader, Accounts Receivables you will be part of a team of five that manages the accounts receivables, banking, debt collection, and customer management functions on behalf of the Ministry.

• Mō te Manatū Ahu MatuaThe Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) partners with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products.

• Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua Additional MPI leave daysBi-annual paid eye test and contribution to the costs of corrective lenses/framesReduced premiums for Group Healthcare Schemes Are you ready to make a difference?
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We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori.We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities.

As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatū Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.In your Cover Letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.To view the Position Description and/or Apply online, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB or visit the MPI Careers Site.

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