Otepoti Dunedin really is one of the world's great small cities. We're a small city with a big town vibe. We're a place where greeting strangers is socially expected and helping each other is just what we do. We're visionary, creating cutting edge industries through technology and the health sector to create jobs, careers and lifestyles. Everyone who lives here recognises the special characteristics that make Otepoti Dunedin the place we want to live and call home.The Dunedin City Council (DCC) takes great pride in delivering a broad range of services to the communities of this unique and fascinating city. From our roads to recycling, public libraries and pools, water supply to walking tracks, and everything in between, DCC's people are talented and committed to serving their city.The Financial Accountant sits within the Financial Accounting team which is responsible for the operation of the General Ledger and related systems, whilst also ensuring compliance with relevant policy and legislation. The Financial Accounting Team also delivers the Annual Report for the DCC Consolidated Group. This is an exciting and rare Dunedin-based opportunity for a well-established accountant to gain large-scale financial reporting experience.The DCC is looking for a motivated and hard-working individual to join the Finance Team as a Financial Accountant.You will be part of a team that is responsible for providing support in a variety of functions for both the Finance Department and other Council Departments on a day-to-day basis.Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, this is a busy and varied role. The key responsibilities of this role will include but not be limited to the following:General Ledger Reporting and Balance Sheet ReconciliationsManaging the Fixed Asset Register for the Whole of CouncilReviewing Asset Capitalisations to ensure that they are compliant with Accounting StandardsPreparing GST and FBT Returns and providing information to income tax advisersActing as an adviser to other staff in relation to tax and financial reporting mattersSupporting the preparation of Council's Annual Report and responding to external requestsProviding guidance and support to staff in finance administration rolesDealing with Statistics NZ surveys and statutory returnsTo be considered for this role, you will have:Minimum of three years post-qualification experiencePrevious experience working within the finance team of a commercial or public sector entity.Experience working with NZ Financial Reporting standards and a strong knowledge of tax principles.Experience working in audit or comparable local government organisations will be an advantageWhat we offerA great team environment5 weeks annual leaveAdditional long service leave after qualifying periodsParental leave benefits, including paid partner's leaveFree annual flu vaccinations and eye checks every 2 yearsThis is a busy and challenging role, so if you have relevant experience and you are a fast learner with well-developed communication skills, we want to hear from you!You can learn more about this role by clicking on the 'apply now' button, or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.NB:applications for this role will be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment process prior to the advertised closing date.#J-18808-Ljbffr
