Job Description
Job Ad: Senior Financial Accountant
Location: Wellington CBD
Salary: $140,000 per annum
Start Date: Immediate
Are you an experienced Senior Financial Accountant looking for an exciting opportunity in a medium-sized organisation? We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated professional to join our client’s team for a fixed-term contract of 11 months.
Key duties:
- Lead a number of financial processes such as regular period end reporting (month-end, quarter-end and year-end)
- Play a key role in delivery of the financial statements and associated notes for key accountability documents, such as the Annual Report and Statement of Intent
- Process payment run including reviewing invoices to be sent to budget holders
- Contribute to the agency’s financial response to Select Committee questions, OIAs and PQs
- Manage the fixed asset register, including capitalisation of fixed assets in the FMIS and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and policies
- Manage the Audit process, prepare and provide information for, and engage with the appointed auditors, for audit engagements
- Manage and support 1 direct report – our Finance Officer
- Support our Financial Business Partners to deliver high quality management accounting services
About You:
- Proven experience as a Senior Financial Accountant or in a similar role
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations
- Excellent proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A relevant accounting qualification (CA/CPA) is preferred
Why Join this organisation?
- Competitive salary of $140,000 per annum
- Immediate start with a fixed-term contract for 11 months
- Work in the heart of Wellington’s CBD with a medium-sized, supportive team
- Flexible office environment with work-from-home options available
Applications are being assessed as they come through, so please contact Mike Healy on 021 337 598 / mike.healy@h2r.co.nz as soon as possible for more details.