Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Published: 06/07/2020Job Location: Wellington / New Zealand Job Type: Permanent Category: Accounting
We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic Senior Accountant to join our small finance team based in central Wellington!Part of a small collaborative team you\'ll be assisting our Group Financial Controller to ensure the smooth operation of day to day accounting activities. You\'ll also be working with a range of people across our Bluebridge business. We\'re looking for someone who takes initiative, can problem solve, and build great relationships. It\'s an exciting time to join and make a difference.
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
Assist in overseeing accounts payable and receivable processes, including taking a leadership role within our small team
Lead the preparation of Bluebridge monthly management reporting including recording of financial information for key internal stakeholders and variance analysis
Assist the Group Financial Controller in developing, reviewing, and maintaining company accounting procedures and processes with an eye towards business efficiencies across the organisation and ensuring compliance
Budgeting and forecasting - assist in completing annual budgets and forecasts
Year- end reporting and audit - oversee and coordinate the fiscal year end and process. Act as key liaison for the annual audit and ensure the process is efficient and effective
IRD Filing requirements - ensure all IRD filing requirements are met, this includes the preparation and review of PAYE, GST and FBT returns
What are we looking for?You will be tertiary qualified with strong technical accounting skills and a CA qualification. More importantly, you need to be a doer and not afraid to roll up your sleeves to get the job done. You are commercially focused and a pragmatic problem solver, proactive, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and can work to tight deadlines.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career whether you are already an experienced CA or this may be your first role beyond the Big-4s.
If this role sounds like it\'s perfect for you and you are looking to join a dynamic organization who is continuing to make a big impact in the industry, then we want to hear from you!Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.