Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Position Description

Overview

Airedale Property Trust (APT) is a property investment, management and development trust affiliated with the Methodist Church (MMN) of New Zealand.

Together, the Three Trusts (MMN, APT and Lifewise) directly manage a variety of social services, a portfolio of social housing, retirement villages, and retail and residential properties.

Finance provides Shared Services across Airedale Property Trust, The Lifewise Trust and Methodist Mission Northern.

You will assist with providing the Trusts with accurate and timely information, which supports the strategic and operational planning process.

The successful candidate will have over three years of experience in a similar role, with an eye for detail and the ability to work in a complex and changing environment.

Someone with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn.

This is a varied role that will allow you to utilise your existing skills whilst providing a new challenge to help you grow.

THREE TRUST VALUES

Compassion Arohanui Courage Maia Respect Whakaute Integrity Ngakau Pono

Reporting

Reporting to : Group Financial Controller

Reports to me : You will have no direct reports.

Key working relationships

Internal

Service leads and key workers

External

Customers, Suppliers, and residents

Level of delegation

As stated in The Three Trusts Policy on Delegated Authorities

Your responsibilities

General finance administration :

Credit card reconciliation and processing

Manage procurement, purchase orders (POs), invoicing, and supplier performance

Raise purchase orders for the Finance and Property teams

General administration tasks and supporting AP / AR / Bank functions where required

Fleet management :

Primary contact to liaise with external fleet management and internal fleet users

Manage insurance of vehicles

Manage fleet infringements and on charges

Supporting Finance Business Partners :

Balance sheet reconciliation and month-end close

Assist with preparation of annual budgets

Supporting the statutory audit

Supporting internal customers and the wider Finance team

Supporting the wider team as required on ad hoc work and projects

General office administration tasks and supporting AP / AR / Bank functions where required

Note : The above performance standards are provided as a guide only.

Performance measures will be discussed between the team member and manager as part of the performance planning and review process.

Skills & Experience

Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting or finance

Over 3 years' experience in a similar role

Microsoft Dynamics Business Central experience is beneficial but not necessary

Proficient with MS Office applications; Advanced Excel is desirable

General understanding of finance systems and processes

Excellent communication skills

Organised with the ability to prioritise work and meet challenging deadlines

Quality and results-oriented with high attention to detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to meet tight deadlines

The right to work legally and permanently in New Zealand

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