Assistant Accountant

PGG Wrightson Ltd; Christchurch; Hybrid; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Development programmes

External study support

Job summary

PGG Wrightson in Christchurch is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support the Rural Supplies unit and contribute to the financial success of New Zealand's leading rural business. This full-time role offers exposure to commercial finance and business partnering in a large, diverse environment.

You will provide accounting support, develop financial analyses for stakeholders, and assist with monthly and annual processes.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years' practical accounting experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, ERP systems (D365/JD Edwards/SAP), and financial management tools.
• Advanced Excel skills would be an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with effective stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical accounting support to drive business performance across the Rural Supplies business unit.
• Prepare accurate financial analysis and reporting for key stakeholders.
• Assist with monthly and annual accounting processes.
• Support the Finance Business Partner in building financial understanding and capability across the business.

Skills

Accounting experience 1-3 years

Microsoft Office

ERP systems (D365/JD Edwards/SAP)

Advanced Excel

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance

Tools

D365

JD Edwards

SAP

Excel

Job description

Are you an Assistant Accountant looking for your next challenge?

Due to a well-earned retirement, an exciting opportunity has become available to join our Commercial Finance team.

Our team is known for adding value, understanding industry drivers, and building strong relationships across the business. We're looking for an Assistant Accountant to support the Rural Supplies business unit and contribute to the financial success of one of New Zealand's leading rural businesses.

This role provides excellent exposure to commercial finance and business partnering, making it an ideal opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a large and diverse New Zealand business.

As a full-time permanent Assistant Accountant based in Christchurch, you will:

• Provide technical accounting support to help drive business performance across the Rural Supplies business unit.
• Prepare accurate financial analysis and reporting for key stakeholders.
• Assist with monthly and annual accounting processes.
• Support the Finance Business Partner in building financial understanding and capability across the business.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years' practical accounting experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products, ERP systems (such as D365, JD Edwards or SAP), and financial management tools.
• Advanced Excel skills would be an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• A proactive, positive and results-focused approach.

Based in Christchurch, adjacent to the airport, you'll enjoy the benefits of our modern offices, including complimentary parking. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday), with flexibility around start and finish times and the ability to work from home on an ad hoc basis.

At PGG Wrightson, we're committed to helping our people grow. You'll have access to on-the-job mentoring, development programmes, and support for external study and professional development. You'll join a small, close-knit team that combines professional finance expertise with a practical, down-to-earth approach and a good sense of humour.

PGG Wrightson is a leading provider of products and services to New Zealand's rural sector, helping grow the country through our knowledge, service and expertise.

If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career and want to be part of a collaborative team where you can learn, develop and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

• Reference #: 34997
• Posted on: 04 Nov 2026
• Closes on: 19 Nov 2026 23:55
• Expertise: Accounting
• Job level(s): Graduate, Experienced 1-3 years , Experienced 3-5 years