Freyberg High School is a co-educational state secondary school, Years 9-13, located in Palmerston North with a roll of approx. 1100 students dedicated to providing a supportive and inspiring learning environment for all students. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive community, fostering a culture of respect, academic excellence, and personal growth.
We are seeking an Accounts Administrator to work part-time in our finance and administration team. The Accounts Administrator is a key role in the finance function and will be responsible for all accounts payable and receivable in a timely and accurate manner.
This pivotal role covers a range of duties including:
Ensuring the timely and accurate processing of accounts payable and receivable, including obtaining authorisation of expenditure.
Answering all queries in respect of accounts payable promptly and appropriately.
Loading bank transactions daily into the financial management system.
Reconciling the bank account on a daily basis, investigating and resolving reconciling or anomalous items.
Being a good team member, maintaining positive relationships with teaching and support staff.
Providing backup for other team members (e.g. Reception etc.) as required.
The successful applicant will have the following attributes:
Previous expertise in a financial and/or administration role.
Previous experience in a school environment is desirable.
High standards of delivery, including accuracy and attention to detail.
Well-developed planning and organisational skills, including ability to effectively prioritise tasks under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to and work with people and as part of a team.
Good people skills, including established ability to build and maintain effective relationships; the ability to liaise with staff, students, parents, and external suppliers.
Competence with computer applications i.e. Xero, Hubdoc, ApprovalMax, Kamar.
Ability to work autonomously and within guidelines, demonstrating a use of sound judgement.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, including adaptability and openness to change.
Confidentiality, professionalism, and flexibility is required.
This is a permanent position for 5 days a week, 32 hours per week, term-time only.
Pay rate: Grade 4 of the Administrative Support Staff pay scale. Hourly rate depending on experience and qualifications. The terms and conditions of employment will be those set out in the Support Staff in Schools' Collective Agreement.
Please Note: In accordance with the Education & Training Act 2020 and the Children's Act 2014, the appointment will be subject to satisfactory police vetting check.
A Job Description and Application Form are available by emailing [emailprotected]
Applications close at 12:00pm on Friday 8th November 2024. Applications should be emailed to [emailprotected]
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