We are looking for a skilled accountant to join the finance team and assist the finance function by providing effective and efficient support in the aggregation and collation of quantitative data for management analysis: assisting the Chief Financial Officer with monthly and quarterly management reporting and cashflow analysis; as well as preparing end of month accounts and assistance in annual financial statements, and audit.

In this 24 hours per week permanent role you will cover a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

Financial Administration & Support

• Assist with preparing end of month management accounts, including investigation and resolution of anomolies.
• Preparation of GST returns for review and reconciliation to general ledger
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts at each month end
• Reconciling of inter entity balances
• Meeting with and informing departmental managers of progress against budget and any variances
• Other ad hoc duties required from CFO

Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

• Generating, processing, & dispatch of customer invoices
• Invoicing and liaising with customers, trade agents, sales and hospitality to resolve any queries & ensure prompt payment is made
• Reconcile daily sales from across the organisation to cash, Eftpos, and credit card transaction to bank statements

Inventory

• Monthly reconciliation of café and events inventory to general ledger
• Monitoring against benchmark percentages for cost of sales
• Training of retail and hospitality staff in best practice stock take procedures

Payroll

• Preparing and processing the weekly payroll
• Verifying master file data in order to maintain and update payroll information
• Compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and non-taxable wages and reporting on this
• Completing all IRD filings in relation to payroll and ensuring compliance with legal obligations
• Preparing payroll journals

Systems

• Review documentation of processes for POS & payroll systems, including recommendations for implementation around integration
• Champion for POS systems, including training of staff.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• 4yrs+ senior level experience and working knowledge of general accounting functions and accounts receivable
• CA Qualification or equivalent
• Payroll experience including NZ employment law
• Strong organisational skills, including the ability to plan, set clear objectives and meet deadlines.
• Experience in Xero or a similar accounting package
• Qualification as an accounting technician or part qualified accountant preferred
• Experience in the tourism or culture and heritage sectors is desirable.
• A positive and solutions-focused mindset

Why you’ll love working here | Nau mai ki Waitangi

Waitangi Treaty Grounds are an iconic location and an amazing place to work. As a people-focused organisation, we offer a supportive workspace for employees to thrive and develop in the beautiful Bay of Islands.

In this role, you have the opportunity to work from home for 1 day a week and to learn te reo māori during work hours, amongst many other benefits.

If you are on your Chartered Accountancy journey we can support and mentor you towards this qualification.

What’s next | Te ara ki tua

If all this sounds good and you think you might like to join the team, we would love to hear from you!

Interested applicants, please upload your Cover Letter and CV addressed to Anita Woodfield by 14 May 2025

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Assisting the Marketing Manager with the implementation of the social media activity within the Sales & Marketing Plan. Plan and create content across social media platforms for The Treaty Grounds, Whare Waka Café, The Store, The Learning Team and Events.

In this 10 hours per week permanent role you will cover the following:

Social Media

• Develop a monthly content plan for Waitangi Treaty Grounds’ social media platforms, with consideration of topical anniversaries, commemorations and celebrations.

• Create, schedule and implement engaging content based on the monthly plan.

• Produce high-quality social media content, including videos, reels and short-form storytelling, to enhance audience engagement.

• Design visually appealing graphics using Canva to support campaigns, promotions and key messaging.

• Integrate Te Reo Māori into planned and published content

• Monitor and analyse social media performance using insights and analytics tools, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Prepare a monthly social media report, summarising key metrics, audience engagement and top content performance.

• Stay up to date with social media trends, best practices and platform updates to continuously improve content and engagement strategies.

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Waitangi Commemorations Support

• Develop a dedicated content plan to support messaging and communications before, during and after the Waitangi Day commemorations.

• Ensure timely, informative and engaging content that helps visitors prepare for their visit

• Provide clear and accessible updates, key event information and highlights to enhance the visitor experience and engagement.

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The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Te Reo Māori.

• Strong understanding of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.) and their best practices.

• Ability to create engaging social media content, including videos, reels and graphics.

• Experience using Canva (or similar design tools) to create visually appealing content.

• Tech-savvy and able to quickly learn and navigate digital marketing tools (e.g., scheduling platforms, insights/analytics tools).

• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and brand consistency.

• Flexible and proactive

• Creative and personable, with the ability to engage online audiences effectively.

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Good to have but not essential:

• Previous experience in social media management, marketing or communications (not essential).

• A marketing, communications or digital media qualification.

• Basic photography and video editing skills.

• Experience with analytics and reporting to measure social media performance

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Role Type:

• Please note this role is part-time for 10 hours per week.

• You will ideally be based in the Bay of Islands and must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

Company Overview

Why you’ll love working here | Nau mai ki Waitangi: As a people-focused organisation, Waitangi Treaty Grounds offers a supportive workspace for employees to thrive and develop. We work hard but have a great time doing it in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Our staff have the opportunity to learn Te Reo Māori during work hours, to work from home for 1 day a week if appropriate for the role.

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This is a permanent full-time role that ensures the seamless delivery of world-class experiences by leading the events team and refining processes to uphold the highest standards of manaakitanga. The team proudly hosts small to large conferences, weddings, meetings and other special events across a variety of spaces set in the beautiful Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Find out more about our Events offering here: https://www.waitangi.org.nz/hire/functions-and-events

What you'll be doing | Te whakamahere

You will cover a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

Event & Function Coordination, Administration & Delivery

• Overseeing and ensuring events at Waitangi grow into a successful part of the business, developing a reputation for high quality events and service.
• Ensure all relevant hire equipment, food/beverage and items or services are ordered and delivered on time.
• Detailed runsheets are produced and circulated
• Work proactively with internal teams & external clients to ensure needs are met and events are delivered to a high standard
• Stock & equipment is accounted for and organised
• Assist Events Manager with event & function delivery across our various event spaces
• Assist with pack up/down and event delivery
• Ensure all relevant admin and procedures are kept up to date

Team Performance and Leadership

• Create an environment that fosters and develops continuous improvement and excellence through staff training & development.
• Ensuring effective communication within the team and across the organisation
• Be familiar with all company policies & procedures to support and guide Events team
• Create rosters, review and approve time sheets, and leave requests, in a timely manner.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have 2 years+ industry experience delivery high quality customer service
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A positive 'can do', personable and professional attitude
• Take initiative & solutions focused mind-set
• Work well under pressure & excellent time management
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and public holidays if required.
• LCQ & Duty Managers License (or willing to obtain)

What's next | Te ara ki tua

If all this sounds good and you think you might like to join the team, we would love to hear from you!

Interested applicants, please apply online HERE and include your Cover Letter and CV to Liz Kilbv by 6th April‍

Waitangi National Trust seeks to appoint a Trustee “…as a member of the family of Maihi Kawiti” regarding the Waitangi National Trust Board Act 1932.

The Trust is a non-profit charitable organisation that governs an estate of 504ha, including the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Through a subsidiary company, the Trust manages several land leases and commercial activities to provide income to support the maintenance and development of the estate on behalf of the people of New Zealand.

Applicants should demonstrate skills, experience, and knowledge relating to general governance, Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi, and the objectives of Waitangi National Trust. Commercial acumen is essential, as is experience working with communities (including Māori). Experience in the tourism sector and some knowledge of Te Reo Māori would be an advantage. 

Applicants should post or email a cover letter and CV by 21 May 2025 to: 

or send to Therese Walkinshaw on theresewalkinshaw@waitangi.org.nz,

or post to “Board Appointment – Maihi Kawiti”, Waitangi National Trust, P O Box 48, Paihia 0200

We are seeking hospitality heroes to fill casual front of house and kitchen hand roles to:

• Provide high standard food and beverage service effectively and consistently
• Work a varied role within across our hospitality teams supporting daytime and nighttime offerings
• Supporting the delivery of events such as conferences, weddings and other functions
• Join a hardworking and supportive team

Our ideal candidates will:

• Have some experience working in hospitality (not essential)
• Be personable, positive and have an enthusiastic mindset
• Take pride in providing quality customer service and making connections.
• Be reliable & hard working
• Be available for an immediate start

If you think you've got what we're looking for, we would love to hear from you!
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Please apply HERE by 14th March, upload a CV and a cover letter that includes your availability (hours/days) and when you can start
_{‍Applications will be reviewed daily, if enough suitable candidates are found advert may close early - don't miss out!}

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