• Are you interested in a fixed-term, full-time opportunity as an experienced accounts assistant/ bookkeeper?
• Can you communicate effectively and have experiencing working with a high-performing team?
• Have you got sound knowledge or experience with Oracle Financials or similar systems?

Mō Kāpuhipuhi Wellington Uni-Professional - About Our Company

We were established by our parent, Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington with the mandate and objective to grow non-traditional and non-degree teaching and reimagine pathways to help individuals obtain qualifications and undertake professional learning and development throughout their career.

We are at the interface between the University and business training. We work side by side with faculties and academics to develop learning products and pathways based on their subject matter knowledge, research, and expertise. Our strength is the quality associated with the University’s outstanding reputation for excellence and rigour.

Purpose

To grow skills, to empower confidence & adaptability at work.

What we stand for / Our Values

Mana - We demonstrate respect and authenticity.

Manaakitanga - We provide a safe workspace that allows us to care for each other.

Whanaungatanga - We value and recognise the importance of establishing, maintaining and nurturing all relationships.

Arohatanga - We welcome everyone into our workspace with empathy, warmth, and compassion to foster a positive environment.

Tapatahi - We conduct our work with trust, honesty transparency and fairness.

Mahitah i- We work collaboratively with our teams and communities by valuing everyone’s contributions and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Auahatanga - We work collaboratively with our team and community to improve, adapt, and thrive through innovation.

Deliver world-class experience

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Parental Leave Coverage

Kāpuhipuhi Wellington Uni-Professional Ltd (WUPL) is currently recruiting a fixed-term, full-time (7 months) Accounts Assistant to provide parental leave coverage supporting the Kāpuhipuhi Wellington Uni-Professional Finance Manager and the team in the provision of day-to-day financial tasks.

Key Responsibilities of the role: 

• WUPL (Wellington Uni Professional Limited) Budget - Month End Forecasting and Year End Processes.
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts.
• Presenter Support - Contract and Payroll Tracking.
• Financial Analysis.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

To succeed in this role, you'll be a team player. Our perfect person will have some or all the education, experience and knowledge listed below:

• Appropriate Tertiary qualification and/or combination of appropriate work experience i.e., accounting/bookkeeper.
• Proven understanding of financial processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience working within a high-performing team with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a busy, dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form to senior staff and to non-finance-oriented audiences. 
• Experience working in large Excel spreadsheets.
• Previous experience in an accounting role in a medium size private or public sector firm.
• A sound knowledge of tertiary and training environments.
• Knowledge or experience with Oracle Financials or similar system.
• Advanced Excel experience - using V look up and pivot tables desirable.

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team

Our team is fast paced, likes sharing ideas, and working in a positive, collaborative style. We offer you learning & development programs in Te reo Māori and a variety of other courses.

Role Description

Close Date for Vacancy: 23 August 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa.

Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with John Milford (john.milford@wellingtonuni-professional.nz). But applicants should follow all steps listed below. 

Important - Application Steps and information

Download and complete the University Application Form, please include the position title and reference number (Accounts Assistant, #102UP). Please note, we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

Then, please combine your cover letter, CV and the University Application Form into a single file (preferably in pdf format). Click Apply and follow the process to enter your contact details and attach your combined file (CV, cover letter and the University application form) using the "CV/Resume" button.

If you are unable to combine your documents or have further supporting documents, please email these to erecruit@vuw.ac.nz stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.