Finance Officer

Tetūnga The role

We have an exciting newopportunity for acustomer focussedandexperiencedaccounts personto join oursmallfriendlyand collaborative finance team based at Kenepuru.

As a Finance Officer you willberesponsible fordeliveringaccurate efficient andtimelyfinancial processing across all aspects of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) on behalf of PHF Science and associated entities.

This position ensuresfinancial data supportsstrong internal controls and contributesto effective cashflow management.It also provides high quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders resolves queries proactively and supports continuous improvement of financial processes and systems.

Kiaangitukoe About you

To be successful in this role you will have the following:

• Minimum 3 years experience working in a finance or accounting team with handson responsibility for accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

• Proficient user of Microsoft Office particularly Excel (e.g. formulas data validation pivot tables reconciliations) and Word for professional documentation.

• Working knowledge of accounting systems and financial workflows; experience with Workday or similar ERP systems is highly desirable.

• Understanding of banking platforms and electronic payment processes including reconciliations and transaction monitoring.

• Strong organisational and timemanagement skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fastpaced finance environment.

• High levelof numerical accuracy and analytical capability with the ability toidentifyissues interpret financial information and apply sound problemsolving skills.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality ensuring completeness and accuracy of all financial transactions and records.

Acustomer andteam focussed outlook with a can-do attitude; a willingness tostep in to support colleaguesas needed toensureagreat accountsexperience for all.

Ngāpainga The benefits

• Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments.

• Four weeks annual leave plus twoadditionalannual leave days and threeadditionalPHF Sciencedays (usually the three days between Christmas and New Years Eve)

• 15 days sick leaveper yearand service leave provisions after five years

• Annual volunteer day to support an organisation or issue you care about in the community.

• Free annual flu vaccinations

• Life insurance and physical loss benefit

• Subsidised Southern Crossinsurance & access to special retail discounts.

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) a confidential and free counselling service.

MōmātouAboutUs

Established in2025 formerlyESR PHF Science is a NewZealand Government-owned research organisation dedicated to the healthwellbeingand safety of our communities. Specialising in public health and forensic sciences wemonitordisease help ensure safe food and water reduce harm from drugs support the justice system and more. Our science powers innovations and solutions to help New Zealand prosper and grow.

With 4 locations across AotearoaNew Zealandfrom Auckland to Christchurch and Wellington (Kenepuru andWallaceville)we use world-leading science tomonitordisease testfoodand products safeguard our waterandsupport the justice sector. By joining forces with experts and iwiweretackling critical issues to ensure a betterAotearoa New Zealandfor all.

We are an accreditedLiving Wage employer andvalue ourpeopleproviding excellent environment for fostering and developing our people in a values-drivenflexibleand ever evolving landscape. We are committed to sustainability and are proud to have received ourToitūCarbonreduceCertification.

Tonomai Apply Now

We encourage applications from those with an understanding of or a willingness to develop their capability in TeTiritio Waitangi tikanga Māori and/ortereoMāori.

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Applications close8am onMonday 9 March 2026

Clickapply tosubmityour application. Please ensure you upload a cover letter andCV outlining your interest and relevant skills for this opportunity.

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Health Safety and Wellbeing

AtPHF Science the healthsafetyand wellbeing of our people is our highest priority. Depending on the role and exposure risks mandatory vaccinations may include Tetanus Typhoid Meningococcal Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B and Polio.In some roles you may need to confirm your vaccination statusin accordance withhealth and safety advice before youcommenceemployment. Participation inPHF Sciences vaccination programme is a condition of employment fornew staff. We choose to share this information early in our hiring process so candidates can make an informed choice and are happy to discuss further at interview stage if you have any questions.

PHF Scienceis an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Your unique talents and experience will help us deliver exceptional services to New Zealand. We look forward to your application.

If youdontmeet every requirement in this position description pleasedontexclude yourself. Studiesindicatethat women and other individuals from under-represented groups often only apply when they satisfy all the criteria. We focus on recruiting individuals who share our core values of Mahi Rangatira (Our quality counts) Mahitahi(our team spirit) Mahi Auaha (we push boundaries) Mahi Pono (we do the right thing). If these values resonate with you we encourage you tosubmityour application.

PHF Scienceis committed to developing a diverse inclusiveequitableworkplace where people feel they belong. We believe this is the right thing to do but we also believe it is a worthwhile commitment that makes our organisation stronger and more capable through building on our diversity of thinking enabling us to better understand the needs of our stakeholders and people and respond effectively to them. An inclusive environment means the diverse perspectives we have are more likely to be expressed heard and acted on.