Coordinator - Puna Reo Accounts

Areyou an experienced accounts and administration professional who enjoys workingwith data, systems, and whānau while supporting positive outcomes for tamariki?

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• Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
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• Four extra annual leave days to celebrate Matariki and the holiday season.
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• Free on-site car parking.
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• An awesome wellness programme that offers free events and services to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
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As a proudly kaupapa Māori tertiary educator, 'tauira success' is our mission and 'whānau transformation through education' is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

As the Coordinator – Puna Reo Accounts, you will provide centralised financial and database support across Puna Whakatupu, ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant administration of funding, enrolments, attendance records and financial processes.

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• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable functions for Puna Whakatupu.
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• Process fee charges, receipts, invoices, reconciliations and financial reporting.
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• Maintain accurate enrolment, attendance, funding and whānau records within databases and systems.
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• Support ECE funding administration and Ministry of Education reporting requirements.
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• Ensure compliance with privacy, audit and organisational requirements.
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• Develop and improve processes that support efficient financial and database management across Puna Whakatupu.
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• Build positive relationships with whānau, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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We are looking for someone who has:

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• A Diploma Level 5 in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
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• A full New Zealand Driver Licence (Class 1).
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• At least 5 years' experience in accounts administration and/or financial administration.
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• At least 5 years' experience in data entry and database management.
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• Experience working within an early learning, education or similar environment.
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• Experience with ECE funding, enrolment systems and compliance requirements.
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• Strong Microsoft Office skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
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• The ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
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Asa kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) is desirable.

If we've outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and workplace that appeals, apply as soon as possible as we may close advertising when a suitable candidate is found.

A position description is available on our careers website. For any other queries, please email [email protected].