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FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Salary: Competitive and based on experience
Location: Auckland

Keywords: collaborative, dependable, supportive leadership, inclusive, flexible working opportunities, training opportunities, generous pensions contributions, knowledgeable, team, network

A leading organisation in Auckland is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their Finance team. This role offers you the opportunity to administer and manage financial accounting functions, including preparing financial statements and overseeing treasury operations. You will be part of a supportive environment that values collaboration, professional development, and flexible working opportunities. The organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where your expertise and interpersonal skills will be highly valued. With generous pension contributions and ongoing training opportunities, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a communal setting and is eager to contribute to the growth and success of the business.

* Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance while allowing you to excel in your role as Financial Accountant.
* Benefit from generous pension contributions and continuous training opportunities designed to enhance your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry developments.
* Join a knowledgeable team with supportive leadership, where your collaborative approach and commitment to high ethical standards are celebrated and rewarded.

What you'll do:

As a Financial Accountant based in Auckland, you will play a pivotal role in managing key financial processes that underpin the organisation’s success. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve coordinating monthly account preparations, supporting audit reviews, assisting with annual budgets, and ensuring compliance reporting is completed accurately. You will maintain essential financial registers such as the chart of accounts and fixed asset register while preparing cash flow forecasts that inform strategic decisions. By liaising with business units on their monthly reports, you will foster strong connections across teams. Your oversight of treasury functions—including foreign exchange contracts—and monitoring bank reconciliations will ensure robust financial health for the group. Additionally, you will guide direct reports such as the Assistant Accountant in rebate administration while developing policies that reinforce internal controls. Success in this role requires attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to nurturing a safe workplace culture through active participation in OH&S risk management initiatives.

* Coordinate the preparation of monthly accounts within agreed timelines, ensuring accuracy and completeness across all business units.
* Assist with half-year and full-year accounts, audits, and annual report preparation, contributing to robust financial reporting processes.
* Support the annual budget process by providing detailed financial analysis and assisting in the preparation of income tax schedules.
* Ensure all compliance reporting is completed promptly, maintaining adherence to regulatory requirements and organisational policies.
* Liaise with various business units to provide guidance on their monthly reports, fostering strong inter-departmental relationships.
* Complete all general ledger reconciliations monthly, maintaining meticulous records and supporting effective financial management.
* Maintain the chart of accounts and fixed asset register, ensuring data integrity and up-to-date information for decision-making purposes.
* Prepare daily and monthly cash flow forecasts, managing foreign exchange contracts, and administering treasury functions for the group.
* Monitor bank accounts closely, ensuring timely reconciliations and supporting efficient cash management practices.
* Oversee the Assistant Accountant to ensure rebate functions are administered efficiently, developing policies and procedures that uphold internal controls.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Financial Accountant position brings proven experience in finance or commerce roles—ideally within retail environments—alongside demonstrated success managing teams. Your academic background includes an Accounting or Commerce degree complemented by CPA or Chartered Accountant credentials (or progress toward them). You are dedicated to ongoing professional development through regular industry seminar attendance. Your interpersonal skills shine through exceptional written and verbal communication abilities; these help you build trust quickly among colleagues. You are dependable when it comes to meeting deadlines thanks to strong time management capabilities. Your resourceful nature means you approach challenges collaboratively rather than independently, always seeking ways to improve systems for communal benefit. High ethical standards guide your actions as you review data thoroughly before making recommendations. You thrive in environments where teamwork is valued over individual achievement, bringing warmth, empathy, and sensitivity into every interaction.

* Successful completion of an Accounting, Commerce or Business degree provides you with a solid foundation for this role.
* CPA qualifications or progress towards completion—or Chartered Accountant status—demonstrate your commitment to professional excellence.
* Evidence of regular attendance at industry seminars (CPD) shows your dedication to ongoing learning and staying current with best practices.
* A minimum of three years’ experience in a financial or commerce role—preferably within retail—equips you with relevant industry knowledge.
* At least two years’ experience managing a team of direct reports highlights your ability to nurture talent through supportive leadership.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills enable you to build rapport quickly with colleagues across departments.
* Proven time management skills allow you to meet deadlines consistently while balancing multiple priorities effectively.
* Ability to follow direction ensures alignment with organisational goals while contributing positively within a team environment.
* Resourcefulness paired with good initiative empowers you to solve problems collaboratively and drive improvements in processes.
* High ethical standards combined with thoroughness when reviewing data reflect your commitment to integrity and accuracy.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member feels supported and valued. Flexible working opportunities empower employees to balance personal commitments with professional responsibilities without compromising performance or wellbeing. Generous pension contributions demonstrate investment in long-term employee security while comprehensive training programmes ensure continual growth both personally and professionally. Supportive leadership fosters a culture of collaboration rather than competition; here, everyone shares knowledge freely so that collective success takes precedence over individual accolades. The company’s dedication to occupational health and safety further underscores its compassionate approach: staff are encouraged not only to comply with guidelines but also actively participate in promoting a behaviour-based safety culture throughout the business unit. If you value being part of a network where kindness, loyalty, empathy, and dependability are celebrated daily—and where your contributions make a tangible difference—you’ll find this organisation an inspiring place to grow your career.

What's next:

If you’re ready to bring your expertise as Financial Accountant into an environment that values collaboration, inclusivity, and professional development—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.