Assistant Accountant / Accountant

This role offers you the chance to work across multiple business entities, providing essential financial expertise and assistance. You will be part of a collaborative environment where your organisational skills and attention to detail will be highly valued. The position promises variety in your day-to-day tasks, from managing accounts payable and receivable to preparing monthly reports and supporting payroll processes.

If you are currently studying towards your CA or CPA, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to put your theory into practice!

Key Responsibilities:

As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the finance function across multiple business units. Your days will be filled with a blend of responsibilities such as:

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes for several business entities, ensuring timely processing of invoices through to payment completion.
• Oversee accounts receivable functions by generating invoices, tracking receipts, allocating payments accurately, and maintaining up-to-date records.
• Support payroll administration for company-owned stores and the manufacturing operation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant policies.
• Prepare detailed reconciliations on all corporate bank accounts to maintain financial integrity across the group.
• Post monthly journals such as accruals and stock take adjustments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Compile monthly Profit & Loss statements along with insightful commentary for senior management review.
• Conduct balance sheet substantiation reconciliations every six months to support robust financial controls.
• Assist with year-end and interim external audit requests by providing necessary documentation and responding to queries promptly.
• Collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities during peak periods such as month-end or year-end while maintaining high standards of accuracy.

Key Requirements:

To excel as an Assistant Accountant in this role, you will bring:

• Previous experience in either accounts payable or accounts receivable roles within a commercial environment is essential for success in this position.
• A formal accounting qualification or active progress towards one is preferred but not mandatory if you can demonstrate strong practical experience.
• Exceptional organisational skills are required to manage multiple priorities efficiently during peak periods such as month-end or year-end close.
• The ability to work both independently when needed and collaboratively within a team is crucial for delivering consistent results.
• A high level of trustworthiness combined with respect for others ensures you build positive relationships across all levels of the organisation.
• Empathy towards colleagues and stakeholders helps foster a supportive workplace culture where everyone feels valued.
• A genuine passion for your work brings positive energy into the team environment every day.
• Confidence in your abilities - balanced by humility - enables you to take ownership of tasks
• Experience using XERO accounting software is highly desirable
• Familiarity with Smartly or Deputy payroll systems would be beneficial but not essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel) supports effective data analysis and reporting.

How to Apply? If this opportunity sounds like a good fit for you, please don't hesitate to get in touch via the information below or apply directly [no cover letter required]

Consultant - Natalie Johnson - Natalie.Johnson@robertwalters.co.nz

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 Natalie Johnson on +64 9 374 7337.