Payroll / Accounts Payable Officer

6 days ago

Havelock North, New Zealand Employment Relations HB Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$80,000 per year

At WoolWorks New Zealand, we're proud to serve our customers and deliver premium products that support the New Zealand wool industry. As a New Zealand–owned national company, we operate world-class production facilities in Timaru and Napier, providing quality and reliability to our customers across the country.

Our success comes from our people — our team is at the heart of everything we do. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where great results and continuous improvement go hand in hand.

We're now seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Payroll/Accounts Payable Officer to join our Hawke's Bay site. This is a dynamic, varied role that supports payroll, finance, production, and executive teams across both islands. If you enjoy working with numbers, systems, and people — and thrive in a fast-paced environment — we'd love to hear from you.


Key Responsibilities

  • Payroll & Compliance: Process weekly payroll and manage IRD filings and reconciliations across multiple sites.
  • Accounts Payable: Manage supplier invoices, coordinate weekly and monthly payment runs, and report on outstanding purchase orders.
  • Financial Administration: Process credit card and international payments, assist with month-end reporting, and oversee motor vehicle administration.
  • Executive & Office Support: Provide administrative support to senior leaders and assist with office coordination, including travel arrangements.
  • Reception Duties: Greet visitors, manage front-of-house activities, and ensure Health & Safety protocols are followed.

What You'll Bring

  • Proven experience in payroll, accounts payable, or financial administration
  • Strong Excel and data entry skills; experience with accounting or ERP systems advantageous
  • Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent communication and a team-first mindset
  • Flexibility to assist across other office functions when required

Why Join WoolWorks?

  • Be part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team that values collaboration
  • Enjoy a varied role with exposure to both operational and executive-level functions
  • Make a real impact across the business
  • Receive a competitive salary and opportunities for growth and development

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or email David directly

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