Accounts Payable Officer
Hutt City Council · 201-1000 employees
What the role involves
- Processing invoices
- Matching purchase orders
- Responding to enquiries
What they ask for
Previous accounts payable experience, strong attention to detail, accurate data entry, organisational skills, communication skills, ability to work independently and meet deadlines, confidence with financial systems.
About the job
About the role
Join our Finance team at Hutt City Council as an Accounts Payable Officer, based at our offices in central Lower Hutt. You'll be part of a hardworking, supportive team that works closely together and takes pride in delivering a great service. You'll play an important role in ensuring our suppliers are paid accurately and on time, while providing quality financial administration and support to colleagues across Council.
What you'll do
- Accounts payable: Process invoices and payments accurately and on time, ensuring the correct approvals are in place.
- Purchase orders: Check and match invoices against purchase orders and goods receipts, following up on any discrepancies or outstanding queries.
- Customer service: Respond to enquiries from suppliers and internal teams, providing helpful and timely support.
- Financial administration: Maintain accurate financial records, support reporting requirements and contribute to improving processes and efficiencies.
Job Description
About you
We're looking for someone who is organised, reliable and has a strong eye for detail. You'll enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in delivering accurate work and great customer service. You'll bring:
- Previous experience in accounts payable
- Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Good communication and customer service skills, with the confidence to work with colleagues and suppliers
- The ability to work independently, use initiative and meet deadlines
- Confidence using financial systems and computer applications
What we offer
- A chance to make a real difference in our community
- A positive and inclusive team environment
- Development and wellbeing support
- Free entry to our swimming pools and discounted premiums/memberships
Applications close Thursday 19 November 2026.
Please note we may review applications before the closing date and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time.
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