Finance and Administration Assistant

Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insights. Whites Powersports is one of Australasia’s largest motorcycle parts & accessories businesses. We are a company with international goals, and this is an opportunity to join the team as we build these goals into reality. We are a progressive, forward-thinking family business with a passion for powersports, that never stops learning, valuing team contribution and having fun along the way! Our group HQ is based in Horotiu, New Zealand, where we have moved into a brand-new purpose-built facility to allow for continued growth. In Australia, we have sales offices and warehousing facilities in Melbourne and a new purpose-built facility in Brisbane with 3PL warehousing in Perth. With supplier and customer relationships dating back over seventy years, Whites Powersports has developed one of the most captivating groups of brand partners across Australia and New Zealand and represents over 50 industry-leading brands. To ensure a reliable source of aftermarket parts and apparel that is second to none, we provide exceptional customer service through our network of distribution centres in Hamilton, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Perth. We have also developed our own in-house brand which we have big plans for on a global scale. The Role Finance and Administration Assistant We have over 90 staff across New Zealand and Australia and have a new position available in our Finance team. We are looking for a finance and administration superstar to fill this full-time role based at our brand-new premises in Horotiu. This role reports to the CFO in New Zealand. This is a busy and varied position covering accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash book, EOM tasks, Payroll as well as general administration tasks. You will also support all other areas of the business including cover for our Australian Finance and Administration role. Key Responsibilities and Attributes Managing all aspects of the day-to-day accounts receivable processes. Managing all aspects of the accounts payable processes. Managing all aspects of the cash book processes. Managing all aspects of the international payments process. Allocating and reconciling all AR and AP payments. NZ payroll experience with cover for AU Payroll. Communicating with customers regarding account inquiries and debt collection. Answering all incoming calls and transferring to the appropriate department when necessary. Excellent phone manner and able to develop and maintain customer/supplier relationships. A professional outlook, with a high level of attention to detail, well organized and able to multitask. Ability to work in a truly growing team environment and understanding that teamwork and communication are essential. Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, and a high level of numeracy skills. A high level of computer experience and literacy. Flexibility to assist the team in other areas of the business where required. Work with your manager and team to maintain excellent intercompany relationships and assist with cover when necessary. We pride ourselves on our outstanding customer service, commitment, passion, and unrivaled desire to be the best we can. We are driven by our solid set of Core Values that underpin and drive our culture and a desire to be the very best in all aspects of business. We believe our people are the secret to our success both present and future. Core Values Having fun - Be committed to getting the job done to the highest level whilst having and creating fun along the way. Acting in the spirit - We treat ALL relationships with respect and compassion. Always learning - Be committed and open to learning- ALWAYS, we are never all-knowing, and life never stops teaching. Passion for Powersports - We are truly passionate about motorcycles and motorcycling, are you? We are seeking someone who shares these same values and actions for success to join our team. Do your values align with ours? Are you looking to be a part of a company that is rapidly developing, dynamic and fast-moving with international goals? If you answered yes, we would love to hear from you. We are offering a competitive salary for the right candidate plus bonuses and ongoing training and career development. We are a progressive forward-thinking business that is making waves and creating opportunities. We have a social team environment with drinks on Fridays, monthly staff meetings with smoko shouts, celebrations with pizza/BBQs or food trucks when we hit target and fun team-building events. We offer employee development opportunities and heavily discounted product (trust us every motorcyclist that walks into our warehouse is like a kid in a candy shop!). Our business is built around our core values that promote an engaged, productive and successful culture (Fun, Acting in the Spirit, Always Learning & Passion for Powersports). We are a social business that works and plays together, celebrates our successes, and learns from our mistakes. If you would like to be a part of this great team and culture, please apply with your CV and cover letter. How do your skills match this job? Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? Do you have finance and administration experience? How many years experience do you have in finance and administration? Do you have experience with Accredo ERP system or similar? What level of Excel experience do you have? How would you rate your verbal communication skills? What is your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? #J-18808-Ljbffr