7 Accountant jobs in New Zealand

Accountant – Business Advisory (Full-Time)

Location: 48 Richmond Street, Petone, Lower Hutt, NZ
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hours: Between 30 to 40 hrs/week , Monday to Friday, between 8:30am – 5:30pm
Hourly Rate: $25 miminum –$7 maximum or Salary 55,000

• Minimum 2 year full-time experience in financial accounting and Xero 
• Strong technical knowledge in small and large business tax and compliance
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Fluency in Punjabi and Hindi is desirable. 

We are a dynamic and client-focused advisory firm committed to delivering high-quality accounting and business services. Our team works across a wide range of industries, providing tailored solutions that help businesses thrive.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Business Advisory team. This role involves working closely with clients to provide accounting, tax, and compliance services, with a strong emphasis on cloud-based financial reporting.

• Prepare financial statements and tax returns for a variety of entities and industries
• Provide business advisory services including budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Ensure compliance with relevant tax laws and accounting standards
• Use Xero and other cloud-based platforms for financial reporting and client management
• Communicate effectively with clients in Punjabi and Hindi
• Collaborate with team members to deliver timely and accurate services

• Minimum 3 years’ full-time experience in financial accounting and Xero
• Strong technical knowledge of tax, accounting, and compliance for small and large businesses
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• Fluency in Punjabi and Hindi is diserable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and business challenges
• Convenient location in Petone, Lower Hutt

WE’RE HIRING AS ASSET COORDINATOR AT THE MEXICO!

Playa del Carmen Office

Excis is a global IT support leader globally, driven by innovation and collaboration.

Client in 190+ countries

6000+ Engineers

200+ Enterprise Clients

·    Provide quick solutions

·    Bank reconciliations

·    Processing expenses (incl payment requests for approval)

·    Making Bank Payments

·    Cashflow forecasts (incl AR report)

·    Balance sheet reconciliations

·    Submit individual BS and P&L (incl. Analysis and commentary) for consolidation

·    Annual Corporation Tax Return (individual subsidiary)

·    Annual Tax Audit (if applicable)

·    Dividend declarations (if applicable)

·    Prepare the annual budget for the country(ies) you are looking after

·    Supporting items to the balance sheet (accruals, prepayments, depreciations, etc.)

·    Payroll, Gather the time sheets and do a review of the information gathered, Proactive, Responsible, Communicative

·    Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

·    Excellent accounting software, Xero, would be an advantage but not essential, and excel skills are a must.

·    A determined, independent individual with good commercial sense.

·    A thorough and diligent approach to work with extra attention to detail.

·    A problem solver who is able to think out of the box

·    Efficient, organised and eager to set the pace, maintaining high standards.

·    A confident communicator with people, face to face and through written communication.

·    A prompt, ready and slightly restless energy and keenness to keep things moving forward followed through to completion.

·    Xero

·    Dext

·    Excel knowledge

·    Analyzing income and expenses to assess financial performance.

·    Preparing financial statements such as balance sheets and income statements.

·    Creating budgets and forecasts to guide financial planning.

·    Managing cash flows and investments to ensure liquidity.

·    Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and legal requirements.

·    These responsibilities may vary slightly depending on the specific role or industry.

·    Provide quick solutions

·    Bank reconciliations

·    Processing expenses (incl payment requests for approval)

·    Making Bank Payments

·    Cashflow forecasts (incl AR report)

·    Balance sheet reconciliations

·    Submit individual BS and P&L (incl. Analysis and commentary) for consolidation

·    Annual Corporation Tax Return (individual subsidiary)

·    Annual Tax Audit (if applicable)

·    Dividend declarations (if applicable)

·    Prepare the annual budget for the country(ies) you are looking after

·    Supporting items to the balance sheet (accruals, prepayments, depreciations, etc.)

·    Payroll, Gather the time sheets and do a review of the information gathered, Proactive, Responsible, Communicative

·    Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

·    Excellent accounting software, Xero, would be an advantage but not essential, and excel skills are a must.

·    A determined, independent individual with good commercial sense.

·    A thorough and diligent approach to work with extra attention to detail.

·    A problem solver who is able to think out of the box

·    Efficient, organised and eager to set the pace, maintaining high standards.

·    A confident communicator with people, face to face and through written communication.

·    A prompt, ready and slightly restless energy and keenness to keep things moving forward followed through to completion.

·    Xero

·    Dext

·    Excel knowledge

Healthcare

Minimum Education, Qualifications, and Experience

Functional/Technical

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Accountant with advanced Excel to join this large and very busy organisation located in Grafton - car park provided.

This role will have an ASAP start until the end of January with possible extension. 

The main purpose of this role will be to perform business support and accounting duties to support a Capital Projects team within a large healthcare organisation.

Duties include:

• Preparing and posting general ledger/project journals
• Assisting with the preparation and population of monthly reporting packages for projects and the programme as a whole
• Assisting with the preparation and population of monthly balance sheet reconciliations for capital WIP and retentions
• Ensuring reports are accurate, relevant, timely, with robust analysis, financial prudence and clear strategic intent
• Assisting with other financial tasks and project work as requested
• Providing backup and assistance to the Management Accountants
• Verifying and complete requisition requests with appropriate support documents within agreed timeframe
• Ensuring purchase orders are raised within budget limits and monitor projects commitment and spending to date
• Assist to resolve day to day financial issues

To be considered you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting and/or business
• Minimum 2 years experience in an assistant accountant in a medium to large organisation
• Membership of CAANZ (or equivalent) is desirable
• Experience in supporting large project finances in a large organisation
• Excellent MS Office skills and advanced Excel 
• Oracle financials experience and advantage
• Excellent communication, verbal and written
• Deadline driven and good attention to detail

If you feel this would be the perfect fit for you then don’t miss out on this opportunity. APPLY NOW to be considered.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Accountant with advanced Excel to join this large and very busy organisation located in Grafton - car park provided.

This role will have an ASAP start until the end of January with possible extension. 

The main purpose of this role will be to perform business support and accounting duties to support a Capital Projects team within a large healthcare organisation.

Duties include:

• Preparing and posting general ledger/project journals
• Assisting with the preparation and population of monthly reporting packages for projects and the programme as a whole
• Assisting with the preparation and population of monthly balance sheet reconciliations for capital WIP and retentions
• Ensuring reports are accurate, relevant, timely, with robust analysis, financial prudence and clear strategic intent
• Assisting with other financial tasks and project work as requested
• Providing backup and assistance to the Management Accountants
• Verifying and complete requisition requests with appropriate support documents within agreed timeframe
• Ensuring purchase orders are raised within budget limits and monitor projects commitment and spending to date
• Assist to resolve day to day financial issues

To be considered you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting and/or business
• Minimum 2 years experience in an assistant accountant in a medium to large organisation
• Membership of CAANZ (or equivalent) is desirable
• Experience in supporting large project finances in a large organisation
• Excellent MS Office skills and advanced Excel 
• Oracle financials experience and advantage
• Excellent communication, verbal and written
• Deadline driven and good attention to detail

If you feel this would be the perfect fit for you then don’t miss out on this opportunity. APPLY NOW to be considered.

Our client is a prominent accounting and advisory firm offering services in areas such as audit, accounting, tax, business advisory, and consulting.  Their work typically supports businesses, individuals, and organisations in managing financial strategy, tax planning, mergers and acquisitions, and other aspects of financial management.

Central to their values is creating a workplace where individuals are empowered to thrive. 

They have a new opportunity to join their team as an experienced Intermediate Accountant in a permanent full time or part time (minimum 30 hours) capacity in their central Auckland office.  The role is tailored to suit you, with the option to work both from home and in the office.

Key responsibilities of the role -

• Working with a diverse portfolio of clients, including a mix of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and some larger clients.
• Assisting with various business areas such as property development, construction, investment portfolios, manufacturing, and more.
• Playing a key role in providing accounting and tax advice, supported by experienced directors.

What you'll bring -

• Eagerness to start with momentum and maintain a fast pace.
• 3+ years experience in a CA environment.
• You should be in the process of pursuing CA ANZ membership or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience or knowledge of domestic and international tax rules would be a plus.
• Agility, team spirit and a genuine enthusiasm for the career they have chosen.
• Fantastic communication skills.

If this sounds like the next intentional step in your career, in addition to an upbeat work environment, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits focused on your well-being. These include flexible working options, a wellness allowance, parental leave for both primary and secondary carers, in-house massages, and more.

We’re looking for someone who’s driven, proactive, and ready to contribute right away.  Please apply today to start the ball rolling!