Accounts Payable Officer

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Wellington - New Zealand

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Accounts Payable Officer

Position Description

  • Must have SAP experience
  • Positive and willing customer service attitude essential
  • Permanent Wellington based

He kōrero mō mātou About us:

At KiwiRail we connect New Zealanders sustainably powering economic growth and ensuring vital freight and passenger services run smoothly. Our mission Stronger Connections Better New Zealand highlights our dedication to sustainability and community well-being.

Our people make KiwiRail exceptional. By fostering a diverse inclusive and supportive workplace we empower everyone to contribute their best. If youre passionate about innovation and safety wed love to welcome you aboard.

He whakamārama mo te tūranga mahi About therole:

The roles key focus is to ensure accurate and timely payments of accounts payable commitments.

You will be required to:

  • Be responsible for management of PO and non-PO invoices to ensure accounts are processed in a timely manner into SAP
  • Follow up incorrectly coded invoices (PO & non PO)
  • Check invoices for accuracy i.e. GST/Tax invoice etc and if appropriate authorisations as per the DFA Policy
  • Ensure un-receipted invoices are blocked accurately
  • Peer review information on invoices and SAP for accuracy on a daily basis
  • Ensure unapproved invoices are monitored
  • Reconciliation of supplier statements
  • Understand and be familiar with IRD rules compliance and changes which would impact Accounts Payable

Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou What (skills) you will bring:

Communication is key to your success in this role. Youll be dealing with internal and external customers including various vendors Treasury accountants and finance managers. At times some queries will be complex so your ability to build rapport and apply your expertise will often be utilised.

It is essential that you also bring to this role:

  • A working knowledge of SAP
  • Experience and understanding of accounts payable
  • Some Excel proficiency
  • Demonstrated independent thought and ability to problem solve

Nōu te rourou Whats in it for you:

  • 4% KiwiSaver employer contribution
  • Access to discounted travel health insurance & holiday houses across NZ as part of the Staff Welfare Trust
  • A strong Zero Harm policy to keep you safe

Kua rite kia rite Ready to Make a Difference

Rā aukati Applications Close: 5 November

Only candidates with current NZ work rights will be considered. Internal candidates please apply through the internal portal on iKon using with your KiwiRail email


Required Experience:

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Accounts Payable OfficerPosition DescriptionMust have SAP experiencePositive and willing customer service attitude essentialPermanent Wellington basedHe kōrero mō mātou About us:At KiwiRail we connect New Zealanders sustainably powering economic growth and ensuring vital freight and passenger servi...
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Key Skills

  • Account Payable
  • Vendor Invoices
  • Data Entry
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • General studies
  • Excel
  • ACH
  • Reporting
  • Payroll
  • Payable transactions
  • Credit Card
  • Financial statement
  • CPA

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