Transactional Services Coordinator - Accounts Payable

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Te Tūranga | About the role

We’re hiring now for a start date in early 2026.  As our Transactional Services Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for making sure all Council payments to suppliers are processed smoothly and accurately. You’ll work closely with our finance team and external partners, answer payment queries, and help keep our accounts in order.

What you’ll do:

• Process supplier invoices and payments, making sure everything is accurate and on time.
• Reconcile accounts and investigate any unmatched or unusual transactions.
• Maintain our accounts payable database and help coordinate updates in our systems.
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve payment issues.
• Support system changes and help test any upgrades.
• Train others to use our accounts payable systems.

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring

• A relevant qualification (trade certificate, diploma, or similar), or experience in admin or call centre roles with lots of customer contact.
• A logical approach and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• A positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Good computer skills (especially Microsoft Windows programs).
• High accuracy and strong numerical skills.

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.

We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.

To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.

You can find out more about working at Tauranga City Council here.

Te Tukanga | How to apply

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Kaye Shrimpton at kaye.shrimpton@tauranga.govt.nz

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link.

Applications will close Sunday 23rd November

We’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities.
If you need any support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz

• You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
• Tauranga City Council does not accept unsolicited contact or applications from recruitment agencies. We will not pay fees or commissions related to unsolicited contact.

Job Description: Transactional Services Coordinator - Accounts Payable