About the opportunity
At Allied Media, our mission is to empower and connect the South. We are a South Island media business with interests in newspapers, magazines, digital media, printing operations and property.
We are looking for an organised and proactive Accounts Receivable Administrator to join our Finance team. This fixed-term role for 12 months offers full-time or part-time hours by agreement while the department’s staffing needs are analysed.
What you’ll be doing
You will manage accounts receivable and credit control activities, work with customers and colleagues, and help the wider finance function run smoothly. It is a varied position combining finance administration, customer contact, problem-solving and relationship management.
Managing customer accounts and helping to keep overdue debt at minimal levels. Contacting customers about outstanding accounts and arranging payment plans where appropriate. Processing invoices and payments accurately and reconciling customer accounts. Responding to invoice enquiries and providing copies of outstanding invoices. Working with internal teams to support compliance with credit policies and processes. Preparing reports, maintaining accurate records and keeping process documentation current. Providing helpful, professional service to internal and external customers.
What you’ll bring
You may already have experience in accounts receivable, credit control or finance administration. We also welcome applicants with transferable experience from customer service, banking, office administration or another role requiring accuracy, confident communication and follow-through.
Strong attention to detail and accurate data-entry skills, particularly with numbers. Clear, professional communication and the confidence to speak with customers about their accounts. Good organisation, judgement and the ability to prioritise your workload.
A practical approach to resolving enquiries and following up agreed actions. Competence using Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel. A positive, cooperative attitude and willingness to support the wider team.
Why join Allied Media?
Full-time or part-time hours by agreement. A varied role that builds experience across accounts receivable, credit control and customer service. The opportunity to work with people across the wider business. A team environment that values creativity, collaboration and accountability.
Ready to apply?
If you are detail-oriented, customer-focused and interested in a role combining finance, administration and relationship management, we would like to hear from you. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so please do not wait until closing date
