Assistant Accountant

Overview

Become part of a collaborative finance team at a New Zealand construction company, offering diverse accounting exposure and the chance to shape your position according to your strengths and interests.

Key Duties

• Assist with month-end closing processes, general ledger entries, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Collaborate with project and quantity surveying teams to analyze costs and enhance forecasting accuracy
• Contribute to managing progress claims, project accounting tasks, and sustainability-related financial reporting
• Provide support for supplier onboarding, processing invoices, and handling supplier inquiries

Candidate Profile

• Experience in month-end accounting, ledger management, and reconciliation duties
• Strong knowledge of transactional flows within accounting systems
• Possession of a relevant accounting degree and preferably progressing towards Chartered Accountant accreditation
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks
• A proactive, inquisitive mindset with a humble and team-oriented approach
• Background in construction or project accounting is advantageous but not mandatory

What We Offer

• Five weeks paid annual leave
• Health insurance fully covered by the employer
• Annual $750 allowance for health and wellness expenses
• Mentoring and professional support from two qualified Chartered Accountants
• Access to onsite parking and opportunities to visit projects across New Zealand
• A welcoming and genuine team culture that values quality work and mutual support

Additional Information

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, residents, or hold valid work visas allowing them to work legally in New Zealand. References will be requested at later stages; please do not include them with your initial application.

For enquiries, contact Rachel at 0272528022 quoting Job ID: 18255.