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At Entelar Group we believe information and communications technology (ICT) in all its forms should be seamless, easy and something our customers should never have to worry about. Thats because New Zealanders being able to connect with other New Zealanders and the world is the key to keeping this country working.

From building cell sites and burying the fibre cables that connect our network safely, to ensuring IT hardware and software solutions are tested, distributed, implemented, and maintained, to even making sure our handsets work and are repaired quickly and efficiently, we cover it all. A one-stop shop providing continuous, end-to-end solutions to keep NZ connected – backed by superior service, unequalled expertise and leading technical and engineering know how.

About the Role: 

This role reports to the Finance Transformation and Enablement Lead.

As Finance Analyst you’ll be accountable for accounts receivable, payable functions, vendor claims, financial reporting within our business and projects teams.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist to join our team. You will be responsible for processing invoices, issuing payments, and maintaining accurate records of all financial transactions related to accounts payable, receivable, Inventory, Revenue and COS.

Day to day you will: 

• • Perform day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts payable data
  • Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
  • Verify discrepancies and resolve billing issues with vendors and suppliers by coordinating internally with stakeholders
  • Attend internal and external meetings where appropriate to ensure good engagement and satisfaction from stakeholders and maintain good relationships.
  • Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
  • Maintain group mailbox and action queries from customers & vendors.
  • Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
  • Ad hoc. Undertake and support other duties and projects as appropriate and requested from the business and Finance Partnering Leads.
  • Forecasting the weekly payments.
  • Inventory variance reconciliations with GL vs SOH report
  • Inventory management - pricing, claims and vendor reporting
  • Monthend journals and other monthend tasks.

What experience you'll bring: 

·        Proven working experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk or Specialist

·        Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles

·        Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records

·        Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers

·        Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and accounting software (e.g., MYOB, D365 or similar)

·        Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel

·        Knowledge of Skyline inventory management system an advantage.

·        High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

·        Excellent organizational and time management skills

·        Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism

·        Industry experience. Previous telecommunications or infrastructure experience would be advantageous.

·        Communication. Outstanding communication skills in all formats, including the ability to make the complex and complicated, simple and understandable. Strong written communication skills with ability to prepare consolidated management accounts, draft board papers, workpapers and business cases.

·        Stakeholder management. Proven partnering and stakeholder management capabilities and experience i.e., working effectively within and across teams and functions within a large organisation.

·        Social & relationship skills. A people person, able to build rapport and constructive working relationships with diverse groups of people.

·        Resilience & growth mindset. Operates with a growth mindset, being willing to embrace challenges, persist in the face of setbacks and seek learnings from every opportunity.

·        Independent and proactive. A positive, energetic and productive person with a bias for action and getting things done.

WHY CHOOSE US: 

Diversity and Inclusion: Te Kanorau me te Whakawhāiti mai  

We are constantly looking for ways to build a more inclusive culture.  Our vision is for diversity and inclusion to be “how things are done here”, embedded into our day-to-day activities, standards, and business practices.  We want you to feel totally comfortable bringing your whole self to work regardless of your gender, ethnicity, orientation, age, or ability.  

  Sustainability: Toitū  

Sustainability is a key focus for us.  We are dedicated to supporting Aotearoa New Zealand’s recovery and economic transformation.  The principle of equity is at the very heart of our approach, and we remain committed to working in partnership to make a positive contribution to digital equity in line with our focus on Diversity and Inclusion.  

Benefits: Awhina 

 Our people matter and we make sure we look after them.  As a valued employee of Entelar Group we’ve got our people covered with a range of leading benefits including:  

•  Wellbeing – Comprehensive medical insurance, life and income protection.  Access to wellbeing coaches, EAP and in-house Specialist Clinical support through our leading Mahi Tahi Wellness programme.  

• Hybrid ways of working – for some teams where possible this means being in the office for 4 days a week, and 1 day being flexible. 

• Leave – in addition to four weeks annual leave, we offer purchased leave, and enhanced parental leave support.

• Spark Credit – We provide permanent employees with $120 monthly Spark credit on their Spark account to use on any of Sparks amazing products or services.  

• Spark Share scheme – periodically we offer the opportunity to buy into the Spark share scheme. 

• Career development – access to an internal marketplace that connects employees with experiential, on the job learning across the Spark business group.   

Due to the nature and urgency of this role, we are only considering applicants that are based in New Zealand with permanent residency, citizenship, or a valid work visa (with at least 18 months remaining).