"Finance Workflow and Administration Role"

Job Description:

Full time role supporting smooth financial operations through workflow coordination, quality control, and transactional excellence.

Mō te tūka | The role

Join a collaborative Finance Team where your coordination skills and eye for detail will help drive efficient financial processes.

In this role you will manage workflows, support banking and cash flow administration, and ensure compliance with financial policies. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the University.

Some tasks of the role include:

• Coordinating finance workflows and ensuring quality control
• Reviewing and processing financial transactions and reconciliations
• Managing banking, PCard, and cash flow administration
• Supporting compliance with financial policies and reporting standards
• Preparing reports and liaising with auditors
• Providing backup and support across the Finance team

Permanent role, 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) at our Lincoln Campus. Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Kā tino Pūkeka/Whēako | Essential skills/experience for the role

You will have:

• At least five years' experience in finance or office administration
• Proactive attitude with a strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent relationship building, communication and report-writing skills
• Experience with financial systems and transactional taxes (e.g. GST, RWT)
• Proven ability to coordinate workflows and improve processes
• A commitment to Lincoln University's values and collaborative culture

Kā hua ka riro ki a koe | What's in it for you?

At Lincoln University, you'll be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity.

From day one, enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance, including:

• Grow your career with expert-led training & mentorship
• Generous leave - six weeks of paid leave per year (based on 1.0 FTE)
• Annual salary reviews to recognise your contributions
• Eye care support - contributions toward eye tests and glasses
• Free on-site parking for added convenience
• Flexible, family-friendly work environment promoting work-life balance
• Wellbeing support - free, confidential services through ClearHead
• Exclusive employee benefits with Southern Cross Health Insurance
• On-campus gym with discounted membership fees
• Access to an on-site early childhood centre with staff discounts
• Engaging social culture - staff groups, activities & events
• A vibrant university community - beautiful gardens, on-site cafés & a collaborative atmosphere.

Mō mātou | About us

Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki | Lincoln University is a specialist institution dedicated to impactful research and higher education that supports land-based industries in New Zealand and globally.

Our campus sits at the heart of the Lincoln research precinct, complemented by university-owned farms and research stations that blend education, research, and hands-on learning. At Lincoln, students are at the heart of everything we do—we empower them to grow their potential and contribute to a more sustainably productive world through world-class teaching and research.

As a progressive university with an ambitious vision, we value a professional workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. Our staff engage with students, parents, government, iwi, and external stakeholders, upholding Lincoln University's reputation through their work.

Our Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments begin with mana whenua. We honour our special relationship with Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki and Te Taumutu Rūnanga, embedded in our He Tūtohinga Whakamātau | Charter of Understanding.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Ready to apply? Submit your CV and a cover letter that highlights your fit for the role—tell us what makes you the ideal candidate!

Applications received via email will not be considered, however specific enquiry relating to the role can be made to rob.redgrove@lincoln.ac.nz

We are only considering applicants who have current unrestricted legal working rights in New Zealand. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Applications may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive enough suitable candidates. Submit yours early to ensure you're considered.