Accounting Support

Temp, Permanent and Contract Recruitment

Your Accounting Support Recruitment Partner

Our specialist Accounting Support team provide temp, fixed-term and permanent recruitment, across all levels and industries within finance functions such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control and Payroll.

We understand the importance of recruiting in this critical space and are invested in evolving with the future of this profession.

Our team enjoy fostering long-standing relationships and genuinely care about telling your story. We know this is no “cookie-cutter” approach and each business is unique. We spend time understanding your vision, structure, strategy and culture, to align our recruitment processes accordingly.

We are proactive and creative in our sourcing strategies, ensuring we connect with top talent across multiple channels. Our marketing team and access to the latest tools and technology ensure that your job opportunity gets noticed, allowing us to create and share compelling and engaging content with our extensive networks.

Our brand cut-through means we attract high performing people who are ambitious, driven and go far beyond the job description.

We would love to hear from you and help your tribe thrive.

What we Recruit

A snapshot of the types of roles we recruit

Our partners include

Nzta
Dhl
Kainga
Haka Lodges
TMNZ
Nzpostartboard 4
Auckland Transport
Coca Cola Epp
Netball NZ
Mercury
Storage Box
Starship Foundation
Enviro NZ Services Limited
Fullers 360

Get in Touch

Looking to grow your team or find your tribe? Get in touch with the team today!

Meet the Team

Cathi Thomson

Group Head of Capability

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Cathi is a proven recruitment leader with 20+ years’ experience across NZ and Scotland. She leads Tribe’s Business & Accounting Support team and is known for her collaborative style, energy, and ability to connect great people with the right roles—fast, thoughtfully, and with impact.

Beth Etheridge

Accounting Support - Temp, Contract & Permanent

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Beth leads with curiosity, sound judgement, and a whole lot of heart. With five years’ of specialised experience, Beth is a fast-moving, people-focused, and trusted by clients to deliver smart, dependable support exactly when it’s needed.

Latest Jobs

Looking for your next role? Take a look at our latest jobs.

Accounts Payable Administrator
Accounting SupportTemporaryAuckland

Accounts Payable Administrator

About the Opportunity If you’re an experienced AP person who enjoys people and problem-solving as much as numbers, this could be a great next move. Join a well-known global organisation in a varied Accounts Payable Administrator role Take ownership of supplier queries, vendor reconciliations, POs and local AP support Work closely with internal stakeholders, helping solve issues and keep payments moving Support payment cycles, month-end activity, expenses, credit cards and AP systems Pick up some broader travel, facilities and office administration to keep things interesting This isn’t a role where you’ll spend all day processing invoice after invoice. Much of the transactional processing sits offshore, leaving you to focus on the problem-solving, stakeholder and ownership side of AP. What You’ll Bring We’re looking for someone who knows their way around AP and can confidently take ownership once they’re up to speed. Around 3+ years’ solid NZ Accounts Payable experience, ideally in a larger business Strong understanding of purchase orders, supplier reconciliations and AP processes Confidence dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders – you’re happy to pick up the phone Strong systems capability; SAP experience is useful but not essential A proactive, organised approach with great attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly You’ll suit this team if you’re friendly, easygoing and collaborative, but also confident enough to follow things up, ask questions and push back when needed. What’s on Offer Genuine temp-to-permanent opportunity for the right person Manageable workload with plenty of variety and no expectation of regular overtime Small, friendly finance team where you can take real ownership of your area Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, based near Auckland Airport Parking available and an ASAP start for the right person 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 Beth a call on 027 246 7960 and quote Job ID: 18777 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. Tribe is a group of specialist teams, each of who truly understand their world, and together they partner to understand yours. Whether you’re looking for your next opportunity or recruiting, we’re all about bringing people together for a shared purpose. Find your people.

Finance Support Officer
Accounting SupportTemporaryWellington

Finance Support Officer

About the Opportunity We’re looking for two Finance Support Officers to join a friendly team on a 6-month temporary assignment. You’ll be supporting a high-volume invoice processing function (no data entry), helping keep day-to-day work moving. Process and check a high volume of supplier invoices Review invoice details for accuracy and validity Code invoices correctly and move them through the approval process Work across PAP and SAP, with full systems training provided Start with straightforward invoices and build up to more complex processing What You’ll Bring You don’t need to be a highly experienced AP specialist, but you will need a solid basic finance foundation and confidence working with invoices. We’re looking for someone with: Previous AP, AR, finance admin or invoice processing experience A basic understanding of invoices, GST, net and gross values Excellent attention to detail and accuracy A strong work ethic and ability to work through high volumes Good communication skills and the ability to pick up new systems quickly SAP experience would be useful, but isn’t essential. What’s on Offer A genuinely competitive pay rate (if we hadn’t emphasised that enough!) 6-month temporary assignment ASAP start Full training and ongoing support Monday–Friday 8:30 – 4:30 office hours Casual, friendly team environment Great opportunity to build further high-volume finance experience Please note this role is office-based in Porirua and successful candidates will need to complete the required background vetting process. 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 Beth a call on 027 246 7960 and quote Job ID: 18641 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. Tribe is a group of specialist teams, each of who truly understand their world, and together they partner to understand yours. Whether you’re looking for your next opportunity or recruiting, we’re all about bringing people together for a shared purpose. Find your people.

Accounts & Finance Support - Temp Roles
Accounting SupportTemporaryAuckland

Accounts & Finance Support - Temp Roles

About the Company: At Tribe, we connect talented individuals with opportunities that fit their skills and lifestyle. Right now, we’re on the lookout for finance-savvy professionals who thrive in temporary or contract roles. Whether you’ve gained your experience in a dedicated finance role or as part of a broader admin position, we’d love to hear from you! About the Roles: We work with businesses who need skilled and reliable temporary support in their finance teams. Assignments can vary in length, from a couple of weeks to 12 months, and often involve stepping in to assist with: Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Credit Control Payroll Administration Month End Tasks And ideally will have exposure to the following: Managing credits, receipts, and payments to ensure smooth cash flow. Preparing and reconciling GST returns, as well as ensuring compliance with tax requirements. Performing bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records, including journal entries. Assisting with budget preparation, cost centre management, and generating accurate financial reports. Handling high-quality data entry and processing large volumes of transactions with accuracy and efficiency. Resolving queries related to invoices, payments, or account discrepancies with customers or suppliers. Monitoring aged receivables and payables to ensure timely follow-up and resolution. Supporting month-end and year-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations. Collaborating with the team to streamline processes and improve efficiency within the finance function. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date supplier and customer records in the system. About You: We’re looking for candidates who are ready to hit the ground running. To succeed in these roles, you’ll have: Experience in finance-related roles (e.g., AR, AP, payroll, or similar). Familiarity with finance systems like Xero, MYOB, SAP, Oracle, JDE, D365 or Netsuite. Intermediate Excel skills (think pivot tables, v-lookups, and day-to-day reporting). A proactive and adaptable attitude – you’re someone who takes initiative and meets deadlines without breaking a sweat. The ability to juggle tasks while staying calm under pressure. Being immediately available is ideal, but we’re also happy to hear from those preparing for their next move in the coming weeks/months. Why Choose Temping with Tribe? Flexibility: Choose assignments that suit your schedule, lifestyle, and career goals. Variety: Work with different companies and gain exposure to various industries. Support: Our team is here to match you with opportunities that align with your skills and preferences. Ready to jump into your next challenge? Register with Tribe today and let’s get started on finding your next opportunity! Apply Now! To find out more, please get in touch with Elizabeth (Beth) 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. At Tribe we have our guiding light to show us the way. We bring our whole selves to work. We encourage inclusion in every single interaction. We genuinely care about people and are curious about their stories. We celebrate all points of view. We will help you find your tribe, the same way we have. We’re all on a journey together so come along…