Accounts Administrator

Water New Zealand is on the lookout for an experienced Accounts Administrator (and all-round admin star!) to join their small, collaborative, and welcoming team.

About Water New Zealand

‘Ka ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora ngā tāngata’

‘If the water is healthy, the land is healthy, the people are healthy’

Water New Zealand is a membership organisation on an exciting journey of growth. They provide leadership in the sector through collaboration, professional development, and networking. As the largest water industry body in Aotearoa New Zealand, they represent water management professionals and organisations promoting the sustainable management and development of the water environment.

About the Role

This is a permanent part-time position, requiring 20 hours per week (Tuesday-Thursday), with an increase to 32 hours per week during peak delivery times (May-July annually).

The role has a strong focus on general accounts administration, membership renewals support, and organisational administration. As part of a small, collaborative team, you’ll also have opportunities to contribute to special projects and cross-team coordination.

In this role, you will:

• Manage and maintain accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Oversee creditor and debtor management.
• Assist in preparing financial information for budgeting and audits.
• Lead financial support for the annual membership renewal cycle.
• Manage the individual membership renewal process.
• Provide coordination and administrative support for special projects and team initiatives.

About You

You’ll bring a practical, proactive approach to your work, along with the following:

• Hands-on experience managing accounts payable and receivable in a small business or non-profit environment.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent administrative capabilities-and a genuine enjoyment of admin work.
• Strong technical proficiency-experience with Xero is essential.
• People skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with team members, members, and professional service providers.
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for contributing to a small, purpose-driven team.

Water New Zealand partner with a professional accounting firm for financial oversight, so this role is ideal for someone who thrives in a support-focused financial administration position, bringing practical, day-to-day expertise to complement professional accounting services.

In return, you’ll work under people-centered leadership in a values-driven environment where your skills, ideas, and voice are truly valued. You’ll be joining a team that’s passionate about making a meaningful difference in the water sector across Aotearoa.

To Apply

To apply for the role, click the APPLY button now!

Applications close Friday 11^th of July , or earlier if the right person is sourced.

For further information, and a copy of the full position description please get in touch with Katie Kemp, 021 928 232 or Nicci McQueen 027 297 8075 at Talent.

Only applicants with the right to work in New Zealand should apply for this position.