Accounts Administrator (permanent)

Long Bay College is a high-performing secondary school seeking a capable and detail-focused Accounts Administrator to join our support team.

This role is critical to maintaining the integrity of the school’s financial systems. It has a strong focus on daily reconciliation of bank accounts and credit cards in Xero, along with ownership of Kindo, our online payment platform used by staff and whānau.

About the role

• Daily reconciliation of bank accounts, credit cards, and clearing accounts in Xero
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records
• Ensuring all transactions are correctly coded, authorised, and audit-ready
• Acting as the school’s Kindo lead, including setup, support, and optimisation
• Supporting staff to use Kindo effectively for payments and events
• Assisting with audit preparation and financial administration processes
• Providing occasional cover for reception, student services, or the medical room

What we are looking for

• Proven experience in accounts administration
• Strong reconciliation skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience using Xero or similar accounting systems
• Ability to work independently and manage daily priorities
• Confidence working with digital platforms and learning new systems
• Clear communication skills and a supportive, team-focused approach

Why join Long Bay College

• Work in a well-run, high-performing school environment
• Clear role focus with strong systems and expectations
• Opportunity to take ownership of key financial and payment systems
• Ongoing learning and development, including Xero and Kindo training

Additional information

• Support Staff in Schools’ Collective Agreement Grade 4
• Full-time (8.00am–4.00pm, Monday to Friday), 41 weeks per year (term time only, plus one additional week)

Applications close when a suitable candidate is appointed.