About Us:
ARYZTA is an international food company headquartered in Switzerland, holding a leading global position in frozen bakery industry across Europe and Asia-Pacific regions. We manufacture and supply fresh bakery products to major retailers, food service providers, and quick service restaurants and our commitment to our customers and passion for good food have allowed us to grow into one of the largest specialty bakery companies in the world.
ARYZTA is for people who are passionate about what they do and doing it well. We take pride in our high quality, delicious food and in our leading position as the world's number one frozen bakery.
A great opportunity has become available for an experienced Accounts Payable/Reception Support to join the team based at our Glenfield, Auckland site on a part-time basis (three days per week).
About The Role:
Reporting to the Finance Manager NZ, this role is primarily responsible for the accurate and timely management of the NZ Accounts Payable function, ensuring supplier invoices, payments and reconciliations are processed efficiently, and that internal controls and month-end activities are supported.
The position also provides Reception coverage and general administrative support on Tuesdays and Thursdays, serving as a professional and welcoming first point of contact for visitors and suppliers, while ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the office.
This a permanent, part-time role, working on-site three days per week.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable - Primary Responsibilities:
- Process supplier invoices accurately and ensure timely approvals.
- Create and maintain supplier records in line with company policies and controls.
- Perform invoice matching against purchase orders and delivery documentation, resolving discrepancies as required.
- Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on outstanding issues or credits.
- Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and respond to supplier and internal stakeholder enquiries.
- Support employees with purchase order and invoice-related queries.
- Prepare supplier payment runs and process payment transactions.
- Assist with month-end activities, reconciliations, and Accounts Payable reporting.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records to support inventory and cost control processes.
- Provide administrative support to the Finance team, including audit and reporting assistance.
Reception & Administration Support:
- Greet customers, visitors, suppliers and service providers in a professional and welcoming manner.
- Answer incoming phone calls and direct enquiries to the appropriate person or department.
- Maintain a professional, organised and welcoming reception area.
- Assist with general office administration where required and capacity permits, while maintaining Accounts Payable priorities.
About You:
To be successful in this role you will bring:
- A positive and friendly demeanour
- Solid experience in accounts payable, ideally within a fast-paced manufacturing or complex business environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and reliability.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Experience using ERP systems, preferably Great Plains.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively across all levels of the business.
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
- A flexible and adaptable approach with a willingness to support broader finance activities when required.
- The ability to work autonomously and take ownership of the role
- The successful candidate must have the right to work in New Zealand
Your Application:
If this sounds like you and you are ready to take on a rare and career defining opportunity, we would like to hear from you now! Please APPLY ONLINE or email [email protected] for more information.