Accounts Assistant

Freeman Roofing Tauranga is looking for a part-time Accounts Assistant to join and support the team.

The Role

The part-time Accounts Assistant provides high-quality administrative and financial support to ensure the smooth and accurate operation of the branch. This role focuses on key financial, inventory and documentation processes that enables effective customer service, production flow, and compliance.

Working 20–25 hours per week, the Accounts Assistant will collaborate closely with the Branch Manager and wider branch team to maintain the integrity of branch financial data, stock management, and reporting within the business management system.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a great work ethic and not be afraid of hard work
• Work within supportive team to effect proactive change
• Demonstrate outstanding communication skills and deliver work to the highest calibre
• Support the implementation of a best practice culture; and
• Have great written and oral communication and reporting skills

The main responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant role include:

• Accurate and timely processing of customer invoicing
• Process and receipt inwards goods to maintain up-to-date stock records
• Manage the documentation and submission process for NZ Steel warranties
• Liaise regularly with the Branch Manager, Financial and Administration Manager and the BA Hub to ensure consistent financial and administrative processes
• Support the finance team in Group Support with data or reporting requirements relating to branch operations
• General accounts administration duties

In addition to the above you will be an active member of the admin team and support the customer service team from time-to-time.

You will work between Monday and Friday. The hours can be tailored to suit the right candidate and will total 20-25 hours per week. Over the Christmas/New Year we normally shut down for two weeks, giving you an opportunity to enjoy a well-deserved break.

Who are we?

Freeman Roofing is the largest family owned and operated roofing manufacturer with decades of experience in the New Zealand roofing industry and we pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and being the most contactable.

Originally from Nelson, Freeman Roofing has grown to include 11 branches across country.

We are committed to providing opportunities for growth and development to our staff and support internal promotions.  We take great pride in our team culture, winning attitude and importantly our company values of: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Leading by Example, Family, Transparency and Ownership.

What You'll Bring

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous accounts experience in a similar role
• High levels of attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Office (excel, word, outlook)
• Experience using an inventory management system
• An ability to multi-task and prioritise time sensitive work
• A positive and constructive manner in dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• An ability to work together in a positive, fun team environment; and
• A proactive approach to identify and resolve discrepancies

The Benefits

As a Freeman Roofing employee, you will enjoy staff discounts, our employment service recognition programme, regular team celebrations, and the opportunity for growth and development within the wider Freeman Roofing group across our 11 current branches and future business endeavours.

The Next Steps

Applications will close by 25 January Please ensure that your CV and cover letter is sent through with all applications using the Reference TAU-AA Screening interviews may occur before or after the summer close down period, with in-person interviews happening in January or February 2026.

Please note: Only candidates that meet the above criteria and have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

You need to be entitled to work in NZ and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test as part of our company Drug and Alcohol Policy.  A Ministry of Justice record check will be conducted.

This role is not available to international applicants, or applicants requiring New Zealand Immigration sponsorship.

No recruitment agencies please.