Senior Accountant

Job Description : SENIOR ACCOUNTANT AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Operations Lead to join a respected organisation in Auckland, where your expertise will be pivotal in shaping the financial integrity and operational excellence of a high-performing team. This hands-on position is ideal for a qualified accountant who thrives on delivering accurate, timely, and relevant finance support while guiding a dedicated group of professionals. What you'll do: Lead daily finance operations, ensuring quality delivery across AP, AR, payroll, and general accounting. Review payroll and act as bank authoriser, ensuring secure, accurate transactions. Approve payment runs and verify compliance with expenditure and authority policies. Prepare monthly cashflow forecasts and oversee ACC ERA and contractor reconciliations. Review all tax returns (GST, FBT, PAYE, etc.) to ensure timely and accurate lodgement. Produce Audit Committee reports and complete quarterly intercompany reconciliations. Contribute financial insights to management reporting and support budget forecasting. Maintain internal controls through monthly reconciliations and up-to-date records. Coordinate external audits, manage auditor requests, and prepare consolidated accounts. Ensure compliance with financial legislation and internal health & safety policies. What you bring: Minimum 15 years’ experience in financial accounting, ideally within large organisations or the public sector. Proven leadership with a focus on team collaboration and goal-oriented coaching Skilled in delivering clear financial commentary to internal and external stakeholders Strong grasp of internal controls and hands-on risk management experience. Effective multitasker with a track record of managing competing priorities under pressure. Advanced analytical and conceptual thinking for meaningful financial reporting. Strong communicator, able to convey complex ideas to varied audiences. Solid knowledge of financial systems, statutory requirements, and modern accounting tool. Tertiary qualification in accounting/finance and CAANZ or CPA membership required. Understanding of New Zealand’s sporting sector or relevant experience is a plus.

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