Assistant Accountant

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to take charge of their administration and accounting functions in a hands-on role. If you are looking for a dynamic environment where you can grow, contribute, and work autonomously, this is the perfect opportunity for you! This company offers an inclusive work environment that values collaboration and commitment. They believe in providing their employees with opportunities for growth, leadership and offer flexible working opportunities. Their supportive leadership style encourages employees to take ownership of their roles while offering assistance when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support for month-end reporting including transaction processing and
• monthly reconciliations
• Assist in preparing information for mid-year and full year financial statements
• Ensure precision of financial data in reports
• Manage daily finance inbox for queries and submissions, escalating issues
• promptly
• Support the Financial Controller in analysing financial trends
• Oversee daily banking and cashflow management
• Maintain fixed assets register
• Engage in ad hoc projects that bolster the finance function
• Support annual and mid-year external audit processes

Key Requirements:

The ideal candidate for the Assistant Accountant position brings a wealth of experience in managing both accounts payable and receivable. You have comprehensive knowledge of Excel and other accounting software. Your excellent analytical abilities allow you to handle complex financial data with ease. You are capable of working independently with minimal guidance and meeting strict deadlines. Your strong communication and people skills allow you to build great relationships.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Excel and other accounting software
• Excellent analytical abilities
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Capacity to work independently, and show great initiative
• Experience in managing both accounts payable and receivable as well as month end tasks
• Strong communication skills for efficient telephone handling
• Part-qualified - must be working towards a CA or CPA
• Experience using large ERP system preferred but not necessary

How to apply? If this opportunity sounds like it might be the right fit for you, please don't hesitate to get in touch via the information below, or apply directly (no cover-letter required)

Georgia Waters - georgia.waters@robertwalters.co.nz

**Please note - due to a high number of applications, please refrain from calling Robert Walters reception and direct all applications to this job ad. We will be in touch within 7 working days**

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Georgie Waters on +64 9 374 7300