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Bookkeeper - Auckland
Founded in 1987, Tokyo Food Company Limited is a successful and widely recognised Japanese Food importer and distributor in New Zealand. Over recent years, Japanese cuisine has increased in popularity worldwide as more and more research highlights the health benefits of the Japanese diet. People feel spiritual satisfaction and happiness and smile when eating delicious food. As a food distribution company, we, TOKYO FOOD, recognise that we are part of an important social infrastructure that delivers essential foodstuffs to our customers, and we aim to bring happiness and smiles by supplying quality Japanese food.
We are currently seeking a full-time Bookkeeper to join our head office in Auckland. We are looking for a proactive team player with strong accounting knowledge, excellent organisational and communication skills, and a high level of responsibility, who can support the efficient operation of our accounting department.
If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your CV along with a cover letter introducing yourself. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Please include your visa status and expiry date (if applicable) in your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Place of work
Tokyo Food Auckland Head Office
Address:32 Bowden Road Mount Wellington, New Zealand
Job title
Bookkeeper
Job description
In this role, you will be responsible for recording, maintaining, and reconciling financial accounts, ensuring accurate and compliant accounting operations. Your duties will include:
Receive and verify invoices for goods and services
Resolve invoice discrepancies
Prepare bank deposits
Carry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines
Reconciliation of accounts
Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
Maintain accounts receivable customer files
Researching and resolving invoice or statement discrepancies
Ensuring correct approval, sorting and matching of invoices/statements
Reconciling processed work by verifying entries
Submit accounting report on a monthly basis
Terms of employment
Full-time permanent employee
Compensation
$28 - $36 per month (depending on experience and skills)
Minimum guaranteed hours of work
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a relevant accounting, bookkeeping, auditing, or similar role
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, invoicing, account reconciliation, and financial record management
Experience with accounts receivable, billing, payment collection, and month-end reporting processes
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial data entry and reporting
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to maintain accurate accounting records and prepare financial reports
Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders
High level of reliability, accountability, and ability to work independently
Understanding of relevant financial compliance requirements in New Zealand
Japanese language skills would be an advantage but are not essential
Applicants may be required to provide references to verify previous employment, achievements, and work ethic
