Accountant

Hayward & Co Chartered Accountants; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern office near city centre

Professional development opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

Hayward & Co Chartered Accountants – Hamilton, North Island is seeking an accountant to support a wide range of clients, helping advance our practice. You will contribute to financial accounts, engage with clients, and develop processes that improve service quality.

We welcome candidates at various experience levels and will provide development to grow technical and client-facing skills in a supportive, modern office near public transport.

Qualifications

• Accounting experience or relevant accounting study, with NZ public practice experience valued.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero and XPM, or the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail are non-negotiable.
• A collaborative spirit that thrives in a team setting, aligning with our client-first philosophy.
• The ability to take responsibility for your work and manage priorities.
• The confidence to ask questions and willingness to learn.
• A practical, can-do attitude.
• A sense of humour and the ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial accounts and returns for a diverse client base.
• Engage directly with clients, enhancing your client management and teamwork skills.
• Strong commitment to accountability and self management of workflow.
• Analyse financial results, identify trends, and pinpoint areas for improvement.
• Offer support and guidance on accounting software and systems.
• Stay updated on industry trends, changes in tax laws, and accounting standards to deliver up-to-date solutions to our clients.
• For more experienced candidates, taking greater ownership of client relationships, complex work and supporting junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Client management

Organisation/time management

Education

NZ public practice experience

Tools

Xero

XPM

Job description

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Hayward & Co Chartered Accountants – Hamilton, North Island

Are you an accountant with a thirst for diversity and challenge?

We love modern technology, always looking at best options to streamline our practices.As a fast growing Chartered Accounting practice we continue to look for best ways to deliver quality and service to clients. We have a modern office in the city close to public transport routes.We have a culture of commitment and care in which we deliver great results for our clients.

We're looking for another accountant to join our team, and we're open-minded about experience level. You might be a junior looking to build your public practice career, an experienced accountant ready for more responsibility, or somewhere in between.

For us, finding the right person is more important than fitting someone into a predetermined level.

Position Overview:

As a vital part of our team, you'll support a wide array of clients with their accounting needs and play a significant role in the advancement of our practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare financial accounts and returns for a diverse client base.
• Engage directly with clients, enhancing your client management and teamwork skills.
• Strong commitment to accountability and self management of workflow.
• Analyse financial results, identify trends, and pinpoint areas for improvement.
• Offer support and guidance on accounting software and systems.
• Stay updated on industry trends, changes in tax laws, and accounting standards to deliver up-to-date solutions to our clients
• For more experienced candidates, taking greater ownership of client relationships, complex work and supporting junior team members

What We're Looking For:

We're interested in people with different levels of experience, so you don't need to tick every box. Ideally, you'll have:

• Accounting experience or relevant accounting study, with NZ public practice experience particularly valued.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero and XPM, or the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail are non-negotiable.
• A collaborative spirit that thrives in a team setting, aligning with our client-first philosophy.
• The ability to take responsibility for your work and manage priorities.
• The confidence to ask questions and willingness to learn.
• A practical, can-do attitude.
• A sense of humour and the ability to work well as part of a team.

For intermediate and senior candidates, we would expect a good working knowledge of New Zealand tax and previous NZ public practice experience.

For junior candidates, we're more interested in your aptitude, attitude and potential. We'll provide support to help you develop your technical and client-facing skills.

What We Offer:

• A modern office located near city centre, with cafes, shops, and public transport at your doorstep.
• A role that can be shaped around your experience and strengths.
• Competitive remuneration appropriate to your experience and capability.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and accounting work.
• A supportive and team-oriented culture.

Our recruitment process:

We want to make a good hiring decision for both you and us.

Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a practical accounting assessment and a aptitude assessment as part of our recruitment process. These help us understand your current technical level, strengths and development opportunities and ensure the role is pitched appropriately to your experience.