About the Opportunity
Tennis Auckland is the Sport New Zealand‑recognised Regional Sports Organisation for tennis in Auckland.
It supports 53 affiliated clubs, over 12,500 members, four public tennis facilities, and approximately 11,000 casual participants, and is responsible for the leadership, development, and growth of tennis across Central, West, East, and South Auckland - wow that's big on its own but is also responsible for delivering the ASB Classic!
We’re looking for an experienced Accountant, in a part time capacity, to support to the Finance Manager and help keep the finance function running smoothly across the organisation and its events.
Reporting into the Finance Manager, you’ll support day-to-day transactional accounting and contribute to month-end and management reporting.
Key responsibilities
- Support preparation of monthly management accounts for budget holders
- Assist with budgets, forecasts and management reports
- Support managers with Sportlogic adjustments and reconciliations (fees, court hire, coaching)
- Contribute ideas to improve finance efficiency and effectiveness
- Reconcile community grants, support international events as requested, and assist with contracts/risk/policy registers
- Maintain the fixed asset register
- Reconcile supplier statements; chase missing invoices
- Prepare weekly casual and monthly payroll for approval
- File and pay GST, PAYE, NRWT and WHT returns
- Assist with journals, accruals and prepayments
- Support balance sheet reconciliations
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar accounting role
- Solid understanding of accounting processes and internal controls
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management and follow-through
- High integrity, discretion, and pride in accuracy and timeliness
- A genuine interest in tennis/sport administration is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
- Chartered Accountant (or working towards CA ANZ) is preferred
- Xero and Xero Payroll experience preferred
- Must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand
What’s on Offer
- Premium gym membership included as part of the overall package
- Free Car parking
- Free court bookings for tennis enthusiasts
- An opportunity to be part of an organisation with involvement across domestic grassroots sport and a leading international sports event.
Next Steps?
To keep things simple, we ask that all applications are submitted through this advert. We’ll review applications as they come in and be in touch.
For any questions give
Rebecca Gibson a call on
027 231 5528 and quote
Job ID: 17777 for a confidential chat.
To apply for this vacancy, you
MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.
At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.
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