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The Starfish Featured in Local Paper
The Starfish team are proud this mahi was featured in our local paper. We are overwhelmed with the...
Community Fundraising Event
Reflecting on our recent community fundraising event. The Starfish team and I are so deeply...
Christmas Parade December 2022
On the 3rd of December 2022 the Starfish team walked the streets of Matamata in the Christmas...
Te Whetu Rangatira – Building Successful Futures June 2022
“Committed to ensuring youth have access to a full and well-rounded education, Starfish Social...
Vercoe’s Giving the Gifts December 2021
“There were so many worthwhile organisations and although they all deserved a hand up… our first...
3 Peaks Contributing to Change July 2021
Head students from Matamata College inspired the community by raising awareness around youth...
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Morrinsville Event - W.A.T.F.F 2019
Organised by the youth of Morrinsville with the support of Starfish and Te Ahurei a Rangatahi.
Matamata Event - BUSC breakfast event 2019
Building unity for safer communities hosted a community breakfast and entertainment, to coincide with the Matamata Christmas parade. Our aim was to raise awareness about family harm and the support available in the community.
Matamata Event - Winter Solstice 2019
Created and run by the youth of Matamata with the help of community businesses and volunteers. We brought eat street to Matamata.
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Starfish Social Services is a not-for-profit organisation that has been serving Matamata-Piako for over 10 years, providing community based social services.
We are currently looking for expressions of interest for a Finance and HR Administrator, who is a quick learner, proactive and efficient, with great organisational and time management skills.
Your responsibilities will include payroll, processing, and management accounting assisting with end of year financial accounts.
The position also includes business operation functions such as HR, Health & Safety, and supporting the Office Manager.
This is a busy and diverse role in a small supportive team.
To be successful, you will need the following requirements :
• Proficient in Xero, Microsoft 365 applications especially Excel, and a payroll software eg payhero
• Solid accounting knowledge - a minimum of 5 years’ experience
• Good computer and business/data analysis skills
• Highly organised, and the ability to juggle and prioritise with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a small team
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse range of individuals
• Great attitude and willing to help out where needed
• Good grounding in people and safety management in areas such as recruitment, employment agreements, employment law and policy administration
If this sounds like you, please submit your CV and a brief covering letter, outlining your interest in the position and your relevant skills and experience to [email protected].
The successful candidate must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand and have a full driver’s licence.
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Starfish Social Services's Alternative Education rangatahi are back from a break, and kicking off the new year showcasing some pretty impressive artistic skills with these inspired wall murals. ... See MoreSee Less
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Some amazing talent
Wow! That's awesome!
Are you, or someone you know aged 16 or 17?
Left school, or thinking about it?
Need support with driving lessons and obtaining a driver’s license?
Want help building a professional CV and preparing for job opportunities?
Our awesome team of Youth Coaches work alongside taiohi to engage them in employment, training or education, assist them in reaching personal goals, and support them in achieving a better future.
Chat to us at Starfish Social Services or call us on 0800 50 50 11 to learn more about how we can help. ... See MoreSee Less
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That's awesome 👏
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