* Immediate start * Work closely with a supportive team * Flexible work arrangements Accounts Payable Contractor - Kaikoura | Immediate Start | Contract Role **Accounts Payable Contractor** **Location:** Kaikoura - In the Office - (with flexibility available later). **Type**: Full-time (initial 3 months), part-time thereafter **Duration**: Through February 2026 **Start Date:** Immediate My client is seeking a strong Accounts Payable (AP) professional for a hands-on contract opportunity. This role involves a combination of typical day-to-day AP tasks and a broader focus on understanding our systems and collaborating with management to implement streamlined processes and controls. You'll be instrumental in embedding best practices and supporting automation initiatives following our recent migration from Ozone to Datascape. **About the Role** * Begin with 3 months full-time to build system understanding and embed core processes * Followed by part-time support to assist with automation and ongoing refinements * Target completion around February 2026 **You'll Need** * Proven experience in accounts payable, ideally within environments undergoing system changes or automation projects * Familiarity with Datascape or similar platforms (experience with Ozone is a plus) * Ability to work onsite initially, with scope for remote flexibility once up to speed * Strong collaboration skills to work closely with our manager and wider team If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. carl.rowley@hays.net.nz or call 03 669 5583 If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.