Accounts Payable Officer (15 Months FTC)

Accounts Payable Officer – 15 Month Fixed Term

·         WFH + Flexible working

·         Wellbeing allowance + EAP

·         Great culture and fun team

We do things a bit differently here

At Ando we believe that the fundamental purpose and function of insurance is to help people reduce their losses when bad things happen.  That’s why at Ando we’ve always believed in the importance of treating your insurance as a relationship, not a transaction. And why our purpose is to positively impact the wellbeing of New Zealanders.

The role

The Accounts Payable Officer is an important member of the Finance team, ensuring service providers are paid both on-time and accurately. Due to parental leave in our team, we are looking for someone to step into this important role on a 15‑month fixed‑term basis.

You’ll take ownership of supplier and expense queries, working closely with both internal and external stakeholders. This role suits someone who enjoys building strong relationships, takes pride in accuracy, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

·         Checking, coding, inputting and reconciling creditor invoices

·         Ensuring invoices are appropriately approved and following up where required

·         Preparing daily bank reconciliations

·         Preparing monthly credit card reconciliations

·         Managing weekly payment runs, including bank uploads

·         Managing supplier master data

·         Managing the Accounts Payable inbox and responding to queries

·         Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues

·         Assisting with the audit of the business accounts  

·         Identifying opportunities for process and performance improvement, and recommending solutions

·         Supporting the business through the provision of accurate financial and non‑financial information

·         Ensuring compliance with internal controls to mitigate risk and support business objectives

Qualifications and experience

·         5+ years’ experience in an accounts payable or similar finance role

·         Proven ability to manage AP processes with minimal supervision

·         A strong sense of ownership, initiative, and accountability

·         Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

·         Strong time‑management skills and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment

·         Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills

·         A collaborative mindset and the ability to build trusted relationships across the business

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with intermediate Excel skills

·         Experience with Xero and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 (advantageous, but not essential)

Want to surround yourself with great people?

We’re proud to be a little different from traditional insurance companies. Our people and the relationships they build are what truly set us apart. We work hard and stay focused, but we also value connection, collaboration and having fun along the way.

When you bring together people who share these values, you create something special—an inclusive, supportive culture where people can thrive.

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