Bookkeeper

Employer: Hariyogi Foods NZ Ltd
Location: 722 Richardson Road, Hillsborough, Auckland
Industry: Food Manufacturing (Indian Snack Foods)

About the Company

Hariyogi Foods NZ Ltd is a New Zealand–registered food manufacturing company specialising in the production of traditional Indian snack foods, with a primary focus on Panipuri (also known as Gol Gappa).

The business operates a full end-to-end manufacturing process, including sourcing raw ingredients, dough preparation, processing and frying Panipuri shells, quality inspection, hygienic packaging, storage, and distribution. Products are supplied to local Indian grocery stores, food outlets, catering businesses, and wholesale customers.

Hariyogi Foods NZ Ltd operates in compliance with New Zealand food safety and hygiene regulations and follows established standard operating procedures to ensure product consistency, quality, and food safety.

Position Purpose

The Bookkeeper plays a key role in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records for Hariyogi Foods NZ Ltd. The position supports day-to-day financial operations, including transaction recording, payroll, reconciliations, inventory cost tracking, and financial reporting.

This role is particularly important in a manufacturing and wholesale environment, with a focus on supplier payments for raw materials, tracking production-related costs, and recording sales of finished goods. The Bookkeeper supports management decision-making by ensuring financial data is accurate, compliant, and timely.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Transaction Processing: Manage and maintain accurate financial records for the business.
• Bank & Account Reconciliation: Process and reconcile daily sales transactions
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and submit timely financial reports to management
• Inventory Control: Monitor and track inventory levels and costs
• AP and AR control: Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Compliance & Audits: Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations, provide support during tax preparation and audits
• Budget Support: Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities
• Coordinating: Collaborate with other departments to gather financial data and insights
• Stay updated with industry trends and changes in accounting practices.

Requirements

• Diploma or higher qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or a closely related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Proven experience working as an Accountant or Bookkeeper in a wholesale and/or manufacturing environment is preferred
• Familiarity with inventory costing and supplier payment processes
• Ability to work accurately, meet deadlines, and maintain financial compliance
• Experience using accounting software and maintaining organised financial records