Location: Whakatu, Hastings About The Opportunity As a member of our talented and high-performing Finance team in TotalEnergies, you will play a crucial role in supporting the overall success of our business. Working out of our Head Office in Hastings and alongside six passionate teammates, you will contribute to the achievement of both our financial and wider business objectives. We're on a journey to streamline the way our team operates and, as one of three Finance Assistants in the team, you will provide key input into improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our various Finance functions. We expect the journey will take up to 12 months to complete, and this fixed term role is likely to be extended or to transition into a new permanent opportunity once we've finalised our new operating rhythm. This part-time role will be for a minimum of 25 hours per week (ideally spread over 4-5 days) and may also work up to 40 hours per week when required to cover team absences or peaks in workload. We're open to flexible working arrangements and encourage our team to work from home for one day each week! In this role, you would have the opportunity to: Work closely with the Finance Manager and the wider team to ensure an efficient and highly customer-focussed service for all administration and accounts-related enquiries. Partner with staff across our nationwide branch network and provide a supportive and effective service in assisting with their day-to-day finance requirements. Collaborate with the wider business and identify creative ways to improve efficiencies, effectiveness and overall achievement of business objectives. Contribute to various finance tasks, including: receipting of customer payments; setup of accounts; overdue debt management; fixed asset management; and end-of-month processes and reporting. Support and encourage a high standard of health and safety practices in alignment with our organisational priority of ensuring everyone goes home safely every night. What You Bring to the Table Our ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, have plenty of energy, love variety, and be happy to get stuck in as a real team player. Previous experience in a Finance or Accounting role will be advantageous. In addition to the above, we are looking for a candidate with: The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with an aptitude for prioritising tasks and managing deadlines. A knack for picking up and learning new systems and processes, and passing these learnings onto others in a helpful and methodical way. Demonstrated resourcefulness and flexibility, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including a clear and professional phone manner. A positive, proactive attitude and a growth mindset. A forward-thinking mindset that embraces continuous improvement and innovation. You do not need to meet all of the role requirements to apply. We offer a structured training and development framework to help you reach your best. If you think you could be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you! About Us Our vision – Here to be New Zealand's most valued lubricant company. Our purpose - Always moving forward. We are proud of our top-tier products, industry-leading technical support, and a work environment that feels like your second home. Our journey towards being the best is guided by clear direction, solid partnerships, and above all, talented individuals like you who embody our vision. From humble origins as Oil Imports to the growing business we are today as TotalEnergies NZ. We have always been fuelled by innovation and ambition. With a strong presence spanning 11 locations across Aotearoa, we're charting an exciting path not just in traditional segments but also in Power Generation and Industrial Products. We're big believers in our people. Our business thrives on a people-centric approach. We've outperformed the private sector in employee engagement surveys year after year, especially when it comes to culture and safety. That says a lot about who we are. Why Join TotalEnergies NZ? Our team is the heartbeat of our business, comprised of individuals who are not only smart and efficient but also inclusive and courageous. Our culture promise is to enable a positive, safe and supportive environment where you are always challenged to be your best. We pride ourselves on a culture where challenges become opportunities for personal and professional development. We believe in investing in our people, we have a structured training and development framework to ensure everyone's equipped with the right skills, not just for now, but for the future. We value feedback, encourage Radical Candor, and love fresh ideas. We're always moving, always evolving. After all, staying idle isn't our thing. If you believe in growth, value people-centric cultures, and have a passion for efficiency, then we want to hear from you! Apply now and shape the future with TotalEnergies NZ. Applications will be open for 30 days however we will be reviewing and interviewing as we go. For more information, please contact Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How many years' experience do you have as a Financial Assistant? How many years of accounting experience do you have? What's your expected annual base salary? 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