Financial Processing Officer

Full job description
Develop your finance career with us!
Flex your financial skills across our corporate and residential portfolio
Permanent role based in Christchurch
Enjoy a flexible hybrid working environment with standard hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
Our customer centric Financial Processing team is focused on slick and accurate processing of our accounts payable, credit card and employee expense claims.
You'll work closely with internal and external customers providing operational financial advice relating to payment and process queries. We work with a wide variety of stakeholders, including the broader accounting team. Another aspect of this role will be taking part in regular internal audits of the processes and outputs relating to payment approval processes and dabbling in the financial administration of the corporate and residential property portfolios.
The team thrives on the variety of tasks were presented and the learning opportunities they present. The team is also truly that: A team. We have each other's backs and work as a cohesive unit.
NZTA | Waka Kotahi is an ideal place to develop as a finance professional. We're a large, complex organisation and the exposure you will have to our broader operations will provide an excellent education.

You will find a copy of the Position Description here.

We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $68,241 -$75,014 commensurate with skills and experience.

Ko koe'tenei | About you
We're looking for someone who can bring the following skills and experience:
Accounts Payable - including systems integration of payable transactions, preparing and execution of daily payment runs.
Employee expenses - including systems integration of credit card transactions
Supplier data management, including new and changes to suppliers' data'
Experience with large financial management systems - Ideally SAP/AIP
Ensuring expenses and invoices comply with policies and rectifying any variances
Up-skilling of staff members on financial systems and process
We also look for a knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Maori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Maori; and a knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.'
Ko wai matou | About us
Investment and Finance team is responsible for NZTA | Waka Kotahi's: financial management; performance reporting; business planning; and investment frameworks. Teams comprise of financial management including planning, budgeting, insurance, and supporting systems; Investment assurance and policy; financial operations including processing and revenue collection/refunds; organisational performance monitoring and reporting; and funding and financing, including funding and cashflow management.
As well as interesting work, we offer a range of benefits including ongoing tailored professional development, the opportunity to work flexibly (within our operational requirements), 5 weeks annual leave, subsidised health insurance, access to the Marram Trust holiday homes, and an active social club.
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply:
Please click 'Apply for this Job' to upload your CV and cover letter.
Ra Katinga | Applications close:17 September 2025

For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

 
 

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