Assistant Accountant

About the Role

Downer is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their Government & Integrated Facilities Management team in Auckland, New Zealand. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate financial reporting and providing essential support for key contracts. You will report to the Finance Team Manager NZ and contribute to delivering high-quality outcomes for vital services.

What You'll Do

• Manage month-end financial procedures, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, invoicing, and profit recognition, with a strong emphasis on precision and punctuality.
• Generate monthly and ad-hoc financial reports, offering valuable insights to aid operational and commercial decision-making.
• Contribute to overhead and cost analysis, supporting cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Oversee invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions, ensuring adherence to Downer's policies and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate effectively with finance, contract, and operational teams to proactively identify potential risks and uphold robust financial governance.

What You'll Bring

• A degree in Accounting or a related field, coupled with a strong understanding of financial accounting principles.
• Proven experience in supporting financial reporting, month-end processes, and reconciliations within a dynamic work environment.
• Proficiency in Excel and other systems, with prior experience in enterprise systems like SAP, WMS, or Coupa being advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster positive working relationships across diverse teams.
• A proactive approach, meticulous attention to detail, and the capacity to work autonomously while contributing to collective team objectives.

Why Downer?

Downer is a leader in planning, creating, and sustaining essential public services across Australia and New Zealand, managing critical infrastructure for communities. We foster a high-performance culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Belonging at Downer

• Access to training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Internal vacancies are filled at a rate of 30%, offering significant career progression.
• Perks@Downer includes healthcare discounts, retail savings, and car purchase benefits.
• An Employee Assistance Program provides confidential professional support for you and your family.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. We value potential and encourage you to apply even if your experience isn't a perfect match.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we champion workplace flexibility, inclusive leadership, and equitable opportunities.

We offer support and adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure you can present your best self.