This opportunity would suit candidates living in Rolleston, Lincoln or Dunsandel, offering variety and the chance to build capability across core finance functions.
We’re seeking an Assistant Accountant to join a collaborative, forward-focused organisation following an internal appointment. This is a broad role suited to someone with prior experience as an assistant accountant. You’ll work closely with the Finance Manager across financial reporting, compliance, reconciliations and general accounting tasks.
The Company
Well-established New Zealand organisation with a long-standing commitment to supporting the communities it serves. It maintains a people-focused culture and a practical approach to continuous improvement, with a dedicated finance team that works closely across the business.
The Role
This is a varied role in which you can expect to perform the following:
- Prepare and post journals including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and other month-end adjustments
- Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts
- Analysis of variances
- Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, including investigation of outstanding items
- Assist with budgets, annual accounts and management reporting
- Prepare GST, FBT, RWT, and income tax reconciliations and other statutory returns
- Prepare cashflow forecasting, maintaining daily cashflow forecast
- Assist auditors with year end audit inquiries
We’re looking for someone who ideally brings:
- Would suit candidates living in Rolleston, Lincoln or Dunsandel
- Experience as an assistant accountant
- Relevant tertiary qualification
- Strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of the general ledger and reconciliations
- The ability to build strong working relationships internally
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
- A positive attitude, initiative, and a collaborative style
- Valid working rights for New Zealand
Apply now via SEEK and take the next step in your career. To find out more, contact Alastair McLae at ali@profilegroup.co.nz 021 191 4157
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