Finance Officer

**McLaren Recruitment**

**Finance Officer (Part Time)**:
**Wellington, Wellington, Wellington City Centre**

$65,000 - $70,000 Annual $65-70K FTE pro rata for hours

Fixed Term/Temporary
- **Great opportunity to improve systems, solve problems & work on small projects**:

- **Flexible working + hands-on learning & development opportunities available**:

- **6-month fixed term, 22.5 - 30 hrs/week. Based on Thorndon Quay, Wellington.**
- Established in in June 1848 by Pope Pius IX, the Archdiocese of Wellington (ADW) office supports the mission of the Catholic Church, with a particular focus on the role of the Archbishop of Wellington. The Archdiocese covers 23 parishes and 40 Catholic schools across Central New Zealand, stretching from Levin and Masterton in the north to the southern boundaries of Kaikoura and Westport. Archbishop Paul Martin SM is the current Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Wellington._
- The ADW Finance team is responsible for managing the financial and compliance needs of the organisation, as well as overseeing the Clergy Trust Fund and several other Trusts. This includes the maintenance of the 40 Catholic schools funded by the government (through Policy One), along with collecting attendance dues for these schools. Additionally, the team provides resources and advice to parishes to support them in various aspects of financial management and compliance. _

Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for providing high-level finance or accounts administration and support, ensuring that payments (accounts payable) are managed accurately and promptly. The role will also involve data and systems analysis, documentation, preparing reconciliations and project-related work, contributing to systems and process improvement.

**Key responsibilities**:

- Oversee end-to-end accounts payable processes for ADW branches and entities
- Ensure accurate and timely entry of invoices and coding into the accounting system (MYOB Advanced)
- Collaborate with directors, managers and staff to verify and gain signatory authority for payments
- Prepare monthly credit card reconciliations and process staff reimbursements
- Track and raise invoices for on-charge bills
- Perform debit/credit adjustments to maintain balance in the ledger
- Respond to supplier enquiries with clarity, friendliness and timeliness
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with the Finance team, ADW staff and across the wider organisation (schools, parishes, project leaders, etc)
- Contribute to continuous improvement in systems, processes, and policies, and participate in small project-related work as required.

This is an initial six-month fixed-term contract, offering 22.5 to 30 hours per week across 3-4 days, with the potential for the contract to be extended or made permanent for the right person. While the role is office-based, ADW offers flexible working arrangements so you can choose your hours and balance work with life

This role is ideal for someone working towards a degree in finance or accounting who is looking to gain hands-on experience. Alternatively, it’s also suitable for someone with proven finance or accounting experience seeking a part-time, flexible position where they can contribute positively to the organisation while engaging in meaningful work.

You’ll be part of a small, diverse and inclusive team where your ideas are welcomed. You will be supported by an empowering leader who encourages growth and development (learning) and problem-solving. In return, you’ll bring a detail-oriented, process-driven and conscientious approach, with a high level of accuracy and initiative. You’re inquisitive, curious minded, coachable, approachable, keen to learn -and able to think beyond just processing invoices

**Person Profile**:

- Proven experience in finance or accounts assistance, officer or support roles, and/or relevant qualifications (or working towards a degree) in finance or accounting
- Experience in system and process documentation
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to think critically
- Inquisitive, solutions-focused, and adept at problem-solving
- Highly organised, process-driven, and methodical in approach
- Tech-savvy with familiarity in MYOB Advanced, Excel, and MS Office 365
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
- Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship-building capabilities
- Positive, friendly, adaptable and a can-do team player
- Motivated, initiative-driven, eager to learn and quick to pick up new concepts.

**Please note: Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory for this role.**

**Reference Number**: 3887148

**Profession / Role**:

- Accounting / Accounts Payable

**Employer**: McLaren Recruitment

**Date Posted**: 10th Mar, 2025

**Date Expires**: 18th Mar, 2025