We are on the hunt for an Accounting Assistant based in our Highbrook office for a 9-month parental leave cover. This role forms an integral part of the wider Spicers finance team and we are looking for someone who can hit the ground running. This is a part time (circa 30 hours per week), Monday to Friday, office based role. About UsAt Spicers NZ we are committed to being a trusted and dependable partner to our customers, employees and suppliers. We've been servicing people's paper needs in New Zealand for over 100 years, but maintain a strong international identity as part of the global KPP Group (Kokusai Pulp & Paper). As a part of the Asia Pacific business, we also enjoy the backing of a solid infrastructure, united by a common set of values, core operating principles and our code of conduct. And every day we go to extraordinary lengths to satisfy our hundreds of customers. The RoleDuties will include: Helping manage Accounts Receivable within the Spicers Group. Tasks include collection activities, receipting, ATB reporting, setup of new accounts, updating terms of trade, maintaining credit limits, no supply and enquiriesMaintaining Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) detailsHelping to manage Accounts Payable. Tasks include setting up local and international payments, request FX contracts, statement reconciliation, issue remittance and queriesSetting up credit card paymentsProcessing staff reimbursementsDaily Reporting of Sales and Aged Stock for the Spicers GroupReporting, loading and setting up monthly payment for Group GSTBank Reconciliations Processing journals as directedReleasing Credit Hold OrdersInvolvement in month end/year end processing as required e.g. inclusive of review and analysis of stock, G/L reconciliationsAssisting with other finance related tasks as required Complying with and pro-actively work safely according to company SHE policies and relevant legislation; in particular trade practices, environment, health & safety, equal employment and harassmentAbout YouIn order to be successful for this position, we are looking for a motivated individual, someone who takes pride in what they do and has great attention to detail. You will also have the following key qualities: Ability to prioritise tasks and work to tight deadlinesHonesty and reliabilityMicrosoft Office skills – intermediate or abovePronto experience is desirable but not essentialEasy-going and get on well with others with the ability to communicate at all levelsAble to work independently The ability to problem solve efficiently and in a timely mannerMaintain a high standard of Health & SafetyWhat we offer:Life InsuranceAccess to discounted Southern Cross membershipLong service leave entitlementsBirthday LeaveWellbeing allowanceVolunteer leaveEyecare subsidyPaid Jury DutyBi-Annual Health/MoleMap ChecksAnnual Flu shotsHow to ApplyIf this sounds like you, then please apply now. Include your CV, plus a short covering letter stating why you would be great for this job as well as your reasons for applying.