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Financial Services Administrator
Recruiter / HR / Admin
#750950
Remote / WFH
New Zealand Government
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Keen to apply your administrative and finance skills towards real outcomes for tamariki and wh nau across Aotearoa New Zealand?
A Financial Services Administrator is needed in Rotorua!
Mo m tou | About us
Oranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:
We put Tamariki first
We believe Aroha is vital
We respect the Mana of people
We are Tika and Pono
We value Whakapapa
We recognise that Oranga is a journey
We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapu, iwi and M ori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.
Mo te tunga | About the role
Were looking for a motivated and detail focused Financial Services Administrator to join our Financial Services Centre team based in Rotorua.
In this role, you'll help ensure timely, accurate, and high quality financial services that support our mahi with tamariki, rangatahi, and their communities. If youre an organised administrator with strong financial acumen and a passion for public service, wed love to hear from you!
Key responsibilities include:
Providing timely and accurate processing across accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, database management, and other financial services
Conducting quality assurance checks in line with policy and probity requirements
Maintaining accurate records and documentation
Responding to financial enquiries and provide clear, helpful advice
Supporting continuous improvement of financial systems and processes
Assisting with reporting, statistics, and occasional project work
Building strong internal and external relationships, always keeping tamariki at the centre of your work
This is a role where attention to detail, great communication, and a commitment to service really matter. Being based out of the Rotorua office is essential, and will require at least 4 days a week in the office to start in the role.
Ng pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring
Key requirements of the role include:
Proven administration experience (essential), financial administration experience preferred
Experience using financial management systems
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy
Strong organisation and timemanagement skills
A calm, professional approach-especially under pressure
Ability to build effective working relationships
Understanding of public sector processes and obligations
Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga M ori, and Pacific peoples culture
The right to work full time in New Zealand
A relevant administration qualification is desirable but not essential.
Nou te rourou | What's in it for you
Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $54,080 and $57,901 dependant on experience.
We also offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.
To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply
Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.
If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz
Applications for this role close just before midnight on Thursday 23 July 2026. However, we will be reviewing applications and may invite candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!
If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.
Keen to apply your administrative and finance skills towards real outcomes for tamariki and wh nau across Aotearoa New Zealand?
A Financial Services Administrator is needed in Rotorua!
Mo m tou | About us
Oranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:
We put Tamariki first
We believe Aroha is vital
We respect the Mana of people
We are Tika and Pono
We value Whakapapa
We recognise that Oranga is a journey
We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapu, iwi and M ori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.
Mo te tunga | About the role
Were looking for a motivated and detail focused Financial Services Administrator to join our Financial Services Centre team based in Rotorua.
In this role, you'll help ensure timely, accurate, and high quality financial services that support our mahi with tamariki, rangatahi, and their communities. If youre an organised administrator with strong financial acumen and a passion for public service, wed love to hear from you!
Key responsibilities include:
Providing timely and accurate processing across accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, database management, and other financial services
Conducting quality assurance checks in line with policy and probity requirements
Maintaining accurate records and documentation
Responding to financial enquiries and provide clear, helpful advice
Supporting continuous improvement of financial systems and processes
Assisting with reporting, statistics, and occasional project work
Building strong internal and external relationships, always keeping tamariki at the centre of your work
This is a role where attention to detail, great communication, and a commitment to service really matter. Being based out of the Rotorua office is essential, and will require at least 4 days a week in the office to start in the role.
Ng pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring
Key requirements of the role include:
Proven administration experience (essential), financial administration experience preferred
Experience using financial management systems
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy
Strong organisation and timemanagement skills
A calm, professional approach-especially under pressure
Ability to build effective working relationships
Understanding of public sector processes and obligations
Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga M ori, and Pacific peoples culture
The right to work full time in New Zealand
A relevant administration qualification is desirable but not essential.
Nou te rourou | What's in it for you
Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $54,080 and $57,901 dependant on experience.
We also offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.
To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply
Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.
If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz
Applications for this role close just before midnight on Thursday 23 July 2026. However, we will be reviewing applications and may invite candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!
If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.
