Accounts Payable Officer

Accounts Payable Officer

SAP experience highly desirable

Positive and willing customer service attitude essential

Permanent, Wellington based

He kōrero mō mātou | About us:

At KiwiRail, we connect New Zealanders sustainably, powering economic growth and ensuring vital freight and passenger services run smoothly. Our mission, "Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand," highlights our dedication to sustainability and community well-being.

Our people make KiwiRail exceptional. By fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace, we empower everyone to contribute their best. If you’re passionate about innovation and safety, we’d love to welcome you aboard.

He whakamārama mo te tūranga mahi | About the role:

This role is to ensure accurate and efficient invoice processing to ensure timely payments of accounts payable commitments.

Within the area of responsibility, this role is required to

Be responsible for management of PO and non-PO invoices to ensure accounts are processed in a timely manner into SAP

Follow up on incorrectly coded invoices (PO & non-PO)

Check invoice for accuracy i.e. GST/Tax invoice etc and if appropriate authorisations as per the Delegated Authority Policy

Ensure un-receipted invoices are blocked accurately

Process uploads from various suppliers and systems including Flexipurchase

Ensure unapproved invoices are monitored

Reconciliation of supplier statements

Understand and be familiar with IRD rules compliance and changes which would impact Accounts Payable

Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou | What (skills) you will bring:

Knowledge and experience

• Experience in Accounts Payable or similar transactional finance role
• Proficient in Excel
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP system
• Ways of working / Work-related qualities

• Demonstrated skill in accuracy and attention to detail
• Proven ability to meet deadlines
• A proactive, customer focused approach
• Ability to take ownership of issues through to resolution
• Ability to work autonomously
• Other Requirements

• Sound knowledge of accounts payable ledger and statement reconciliation processes
• Proficient in speaking reading and writing English
• Can do attitude
• Qualifications

• Secondary school or equivalent to NCEA level 2 in Maths and English
• Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you:
• 4% KiwiSaver employer contribution
• 25 annual leave days
• Access to discounted travel, health insurance & holiday houses across NZ as part of the Staff Welfare Trust
• * A strong Zero Harm policy to keep you safe
• Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference?
• Rā aukati | Applications Close: 15 October 2026
• Only candidates with current NZ work rights will be considered.