Senior Accounts/Payroll Administrator - Christchurch

Hedgley Corporation builds architecturally designed homes throughout New Zealand. We offer Land & Build Packages across Canterbury and Wanaka regions.

This is a full-time position that would ideally suit someone who has experience in all aspects of Accounts & Payroll. Hours will be 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Friday.

Job description

• Process and manage end-to-end payroll for all employees in compliance with relevant tax and employment legislation.
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, benefits, and deductions, including tax, superannuation, and any other relevant payments.
• Coordinate with HR/director to ensure the accurate entry of new hires, terminations, and changes to employment details.
• Reconcile payroll reports and prepare payroll journals for entry into the general ledger.
• Prepare and submit statutory filings (PAYE, superannuation, etc.) in a timely manner.

• Analyze and track project/job costs to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines.
• Allocate expenses to the appropriate job codes and cost centers, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Provide regular job costing reports and updates to the director, identifying any cost discrepancies or areas for concern.
• Review and reconcile job cost reports to ensure accuracy before finalizing financial statements.

• Ensure timely payment of all accounts payable and reconcile payment records with statements.
• Manage vendor relationships and respond to inquiries regarding account status and payment schedules.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and ensure they are properly filed for auditing purposes.
• Prepare accounts payable reports for review by director.

• Manage and oversee accounts receivable functions, including invoicing customers, tracking outstanding balances, and ensuring timely collections.
• Reconcile accounts receivable aging reports and follow up with customers on overdue invoices.
• Investigate and resolve customer billing issues or discrepancies in a professional and efficient manner.
• Process customer payments and update financial records to reflect accurate account balances.
• Generate and distribute accounts receivable reports to director, highlighting overdue amounts and potential issues.

• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, and track actuals against budgeted figures.
• Provide analysis on financial performance and recommend improvements or corrective actions where necessary.

What you need to possess: Experience working in the building/construction industry (preferred)

A positive attitude

If this sounds like you, please apply to emily@hedgley.co.nz with a cover letter and your updated resume.