Accounts Payable & Claims

About Us You’ve likely seen our iconic polar bear trucks on the road and now’s your chance to be part of the team behind them. Big Chill Distribution is a nationwide leader in the storage and delivery of chilled and frozen goods, with 11 depots across New Zealand. We’re a growing, people focused company built on teamwork, reliability, and care for our people and customers. Our values: Family and Team, Encouragement, Accountability and Honesty, Image and Brand, and Respect, guide everything we do.  At Big Chill Distribution we're revolutionising the way logistics is done. As a leader in the industry, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions and unparalleled service to our customers. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on continuous improvement, we're reshaping the future of logistics.

About the role We’re looking for a reliable and detail‑focused Accounts Payable & Claims team member. This is a full‑time role with a strong focus on accounts payable, alongside the processing of claims. You’ll play an important part in keeping our financial processes running smoothly, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders. In this role, you will be responsible for:

• End‑to‑end accounts payable processing
• Reconciliation of invoices, purchase orders, and approvals
• Processing Bank Statements (payments)
• Data entry and uploading data into Microsoft D365
• Maintaining accurate supplier records
• Responding to supplier and internal queries in a timely manner
• Processing claims accurately and efficiently using SharePoint and our Transport Management System (TMS)
• Supporting month‑end and reporting activities as required
• Working collaboratively with the wider team

About you We’re keen to hear from people who:

• Have experience in an accounts or finance administration role (preferred)
• Have strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Are organised and able to manage deadlines
• Enjoy building positive working relationships with suppliers and colleagues
• Are a team player with a proactive, can‑do attitude
• Are comfortable working with financial systems and MS Office

What we offer

• A supportive team environment
• A stable, full‑time role
• Opportunities to build and grow your accounts experience
• A workplace that values collaboration and reliability

If you enjoy working with numbers, take pride in accurate work, and like being part of a team that supports each other, we’d love to hear from you. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in New Zealand and be willing to complete a criminal history check and pre‑employment drug test.