Manager - Accounts

Role overview

We are hiring an experienced Manager – Accounts to take charge of the transactional finance function in Auckland. The position oversees accounts payable and accounts receivable activities in a busy, multi-location environment, with a strong focus on accuracy, turnaround times, and control.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role is central to improving financial discipline, refining processes, and helping the wider business through meaningful stakeholder collaboration and practical financial insight.

What you will do

• Own the full AP and AR cycle, making sure invoices, receipts, and payments are handled accurately and on time.
• Monitor overdue receivables and payables, with the aim of strengthening cash flow and working capital performance.
• Support a robust control framework through reconciliations, compliance activities, and audit preparation.
• Coordinate month-end AP/AR tasks, including accruals and cutoff reviews.
• Lead, coach, and develop the AP/AR team so they consistently perform well and continue improving.
• Spot opportunities to streamline processes and systems, including making better use of the ERP platform.
• Serve as a primary contact for teams in operations, procurement, and other support areas.

What we are looking for

To succeed in this role, you should bring 5–8+ years of experience in finance or accounting, including people leadership within transactional finance. A strong background in accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and month-end procedures is essential.

You will need a sound grasp of financial controls, compliance obligations, and audit expectations, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, high-volume, multi-site setting. Strong ERP capability, ideally with SAP or a similar system, and advanced Excel skills are important. Clear communication, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to work well across functions are also key.

A tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance is expected, and CA/CPA qualification or progress toward it would be an advantage.

Benefits and perks

• Market-aligned pay with annual performance bonuses.
• A leadership position where you can influence financial strategy and outcomes.
• Access to NZQA qualifications, apprenticeships, and formal progression routes within a global business.
• Recognition through awards programmes and support from a collaborative team environment.
• Flexible working options, employee assistance support, and a strong emphasis on health and safety.
• Discounts on health insurance, banking, gyms, hotels, optometry, and more.
• An inclusive workplace that values diversity, equity, and belonging.

Additional workplace perks

The National Support Office offers subsidised parking, a city-fringe Parnell location with excellent public transport access, regular team engagement activities, daily knowledge sharing, and a premium coffee machine. You will be joining a team where learning and collaboration are part of everyday work.

About the company

The organisation is New Zealand’s largest provider of food and support services across multiple industries. Its brands serve a wide range of sectors, and the business is focused on turning everyday service into memorable experiences for clients.

The company’s values are built around respect, growth, and teamwork. It also places strong importance on sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion across its workforce and stakeholder relationships.

Other information

Successful applicants must pass pre-employment checks. Candidates need to hold New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa. Recruitment activity begins from the date the role is advertised, and the closing date depends on when the successful applicant is appointed. For recruitment queries, contact the recruitment team by email.

Position Code: M89