Manager - Accounts

• Lead accounts processing and drive business insights across a national portfolio
• Key leadership role driving financial control, process improvement, and working capital outcomes
• Join a global organisation with strong career pathways and a high-performing finance team

He Angitūtanga / The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced

Manager – Accounts to lead our transactional finance function based in Auckland. This role is responsible for overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strong financial controls across a high-volume, multi-site environment.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a critical role in strengthening financial discipline, improving processes, and supporting the business through effective stakeholder engagement and insights.

Ko o Kawenga / Your Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end AP and AR processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, receipts, and payments
• Manage aged receivables and payables, driving improvements in working capital and cash flow
• Maintain a strong internal control environment, including reconciliations, compliance, and audit support
• Oversee month-end activities related to AP/AR, including accruals and cut-off
• Lead, mentor, and develop the AP/AR team to deliver high performance and continuous improvement
• Identify and implement process and system improvements, including ERP optimisation
• Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders across operations, procurement, and support functions

He Kōrero Mōu / About You

• 5–8+ years’ experience in finance/accounting, including leadership of transactional finance teams
• Strong experience in AP/AR, reconciliations, and month-end processes
• Solid understanding of financial controls, compliance, and audit requirements
• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume, multi-site environment
• Strong systems capability (SAP or similar ERP preferred) and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance, with CA/CPA (or working towards) preferred

Ngā Painga / Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay & Bonuses: Fair pay aligned with market standards, plus annual performance bonuses.
• Leadership Opportunity: A key role in a high-performing team with the opportunity to influence financial strategy and outcomes.
• Career Development: Access to NZQA qualifications, apprenticeships, and formal career pathways within a global organisation.
• Recognition & Support: Celebrate success through Star Awards, Service Awards, and a supportive, collaborative work environment.
• Health & Wellbeing: Flexible working options, Employee Assistance Programmes, and a strong focus on health and safety.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy savings on health insurance, banking, gyms, hotels, optometry, and more.
• Inclusive Culture: We value diversity, equity, and inclusion because together, we are better.

National Support Office (NSO) perks: Subsidised parking, city-fringe Parnell location with great public transport, regular engagement activities, daily knowledge sharing, and a top-grade coffee machine. Work with a great team and learn something new every day!

Visit our Benefits page for the full list of what we offer.

Mō Mātou / About Us

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.
• We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.
• Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
• Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

Successful candidates must pass pre-employment checks.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Recruitment for this role will actively commence from the date of advertising. The closing date is reliant on the appointment of the successful applicant.

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For any recruitment queries please contact the Compass Group Recruitment team at

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Position Code: M89