Job Description
We’re partnering with a well-established, highly regarded professional services firm with a strong reputation for delivering practical, high-quality advice across a diverse client base. Known for combining a long track record with collaborative culture and modern approach to systems and workflow, they offer a stable environment where people are genuinely supported to do their best work.
To support their current growth, they arere looking to appoint a Senior Accountant into their delivery team. This is a role focused on technical excellence, quality output, and supporting others, without the pressure of owning a client portfolio.
The Role
This is a hands-on Senior Accountant position working across a pooled workflow, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory support across a varied client base.
You’ll be responsible for preparing and reviewing financial statements and tax returns, while working closely with managers and partners to ensure smooth delivery of client work. There’s a strong emphasis on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement, along with the opportunity to coach and support junior staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements
- Complete income tax returns across a variety of entities
- Manage GST, RWT, and FBT returns and reconciliations
- Undertake detailed analysis, variance reviews, and problem-solving
- Liaise with clients, IRD, and external stakeholders as required
- Support workflow delivery within the wider accounting team
- Provide guidance and informal mentoring to junior accountants
- Contribute to process improvements and best practice use of systems
About You
You’ll be an experienced, qualified Accountant, coming from a public practice or professional services background.
- CA/CPA qualified (or nearing completion)
- Strong grounding in NZ tax and compliance obligations
- Proven experience preparing financial statements and returns
- Confident working across multiple clients and deadlines
- Comfortable communicating technical information in a practical way
- Systems-savvy (Xero essential; experience with tools like FYI or iFirm beneficial)
- A team player who enjoys supporting others and contributing to a positive culture
What’s in it for You
- Focus on quality delivery and technical work
- Modern systems and structured workflow environment
- A genuinely collaborative, down-to-earth culture
- Strong mentoring and development support
- Exposure to a broad and interesting client base
- Flexible working arrangements and work-life balance
Apply Now
If you’re looking for a role where you can focus on technical excellence, be part of a supportive team, and continue developing your career in a stable and well-run environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please email peter.sewell@beyond.co.nz for more info and to set up a confidential chat.
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