Kaiwhakahaere Nama Atu Accounts Payable Administrator

Z has a clear purpose: Powering better journeys, today and tomorrow. As one of New Zealand’s largest transport energy companies, we have a commitment to delivering safe, secure, and reliable transport energy – with the opportunity to deliver new journeys, with new energy solutions in a changing world.

We are proud to be the Kiwi contingent of Ampol, an independent Trans-Tasman energy company, with trading offices across the globe, which are united behind our shared purpose. While many of the challenges and opportunities we face go beyond national boundaries, together we have the scale, influence, and capability to deliver for our customers, communities, and our people.

Our Accounts Payable team work hard to pay all our suppliers on time and accurately, while also supporting Z employees with queries and questions. This ensures that our business and our suppliers businesses run smoothly and efficiently.

We love supporting and developing our people and due to an internal promotion, we are excited to welcome a Kaiwhakahaere Nama Atu Accounts Payable Administrator in a permanent role to the Z whānau.

Working in a team you will be responsible for organising, planning and managing the accounts payable process to ensure all payment deadlines are met as well as supporting our end to end Purchasing Card process. If you have accounts experience, are detailed and accurate with excellent customer service skills we would love to hear from you!

You will have the opportunity to

• Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing into Xtracta, Approval Plus, and JDE to support efficient Accounts Payable processing
• Maintain the integrity of data within Approval Plus, Flexipurchase and JDE Accounts Payable systems
• Ensure all purchasing activity is in accordance with company policies
• Respond to and resolve Accounts Payable queries in a timely manner, with internal departments and external vendors to ensure efficient and seamless processing of Accounts Payable tasks
• Assist with system updates, reconciliations and identify and suggest improvements to Accounts Payable processes

What you’ll bring to Z

• An experienced and accurate approach to processing Accounts Payable invoices, supported by solid understanding of Accounts Payable responsibilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders across the organisation
• A continuous improvement mindset, consistently pursuing opportunities for learning and growth

And of course, you’ll be passionate about what matters to Z, embracing and living our values to help us deliver on our aspirations and broader commitment to Aotearoa New Zealand.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Z we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

What we can offer you

• A competitive remuneration package including short-term incentive plan, medical insurance for you and your family, enhanced employer contribution for KiwiSaver
• Generous leave provisions including sick leave, parental leave benefits and the option to buy additional leave
• The balance of hybrid working, enjoy some of your week at home and some in our welcoming office space
• Access to Z’s Benefits & Recognition platform providing you access to retail discounts and cashbacks at over 150+ retailers in Aotearoa New Zealand that assist with everyday living expenses
• The opportunity to contribute and be part of a supportive team that is here to make a difference
• A chance to build your own capability through learning from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable people who have a desire to share their insights along with access to upskilling opportunities and career development across the organisation
• Two days a year to do Good in your Hood, though our volunteering scheme, a chance for you to help others in your community in a meaningful way to you

The base salary range for this role is $63,600 to $78,000 per annum, plus 10% STI based on company performance, a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution and health insurance through Southern Cross.

Why Z?

Z has always been a proud Kiwi company. We’re aspirational for our future, confident of our role in Aotearoa New Zealand’s success and deeply loyal to our customers, communities and people.

At Z we focus on achieving extraordinary outcomes by setting the appropriate context, rather than by telling our people what to do. By doing this, high performing and talented people deliver better results and are more personally fulfilled.

We care deeply for our people while pushing them to achieve their best as individuals and collectively as an organisation. Our flexible working approach and Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick accreditations - backed by our strong company values, Tū Kaha Stand Up, Tū Maia Speak Out, Tū Kotahi Side by Side - have created an open and inclusive workplace that promotes personal development and is underpinned by a desire for our people and our communities to succeed.

One of the things we stand for at Z is Diversity & Inclusion. It is our belief that having a diverse workforce make it possible for our people to truly be themselves and deliver on our aspirations for Z.

We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If Z sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read Our Why. This is our founding document and provides further insights in what it means to part of the Z whānau.

If Z feels like a good match for your head and your heart, come join us for one heck of a journey!

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Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you’re a great fit for Z.

Applications close: Tuesday 30th September 2025

To be considered for this position you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.