Assistant Accountant

Cuthbert Stewart Ltd; Maungakiekie-Tāmaki; Presencial; NZD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cuthbert Stewart Ltd is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our Auckland-based Finance team. This hands-on role offers exposure to month-end processes, reporting, supplier payments and payroll, with scope to grow and take on more responsibility.

Based in Mt Wellington, you’ll work closely with the Finance team to improve processes, support audits and contribute to broader financial analysis. NZ Diploma in Accounting or equivalent is required.

Formación

• NZ Diploma in Accounting or equivalent is required.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles and NZ accounting practices.
• Proficiency with Excel and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Experience with accounting and payroll systems; Pronto/iPayroll is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritise deadlines.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with month-end processing and general accounting activities to support accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports and monthly rebate payments.
• Process supplier invoices and payments, investigate discrepancies and respond to supplier queries.
• Prepare invoices for non-sales-related on-charges.
• Prepare bank and FX supplier account reconciliations, investigate variances and assist with financial analysis.
• Process fortnightly payroll and provide backup support for the monthly payroll.
• Support Finance projects and identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.
• Collate supporting records and prepare responses for routine audit requests.
• Provide general support across the Finance team.

Conocimientos

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel

Payroll systems

Pronto

iPayroll

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Educación

NZ Diploma in Accounting or equivalent

Herramientas

Pronto

iPayroll

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Looking to build on your accounting experience and take on more responsibility?

We’re looking for a motivated and adaptable Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a varied, hands‑on role that will give you exposure across a broad range of accounting activities and a good understanding of how Finance supports the wider business.

Working closely with the Finance team, you’ll support our day‑to‑day accounting and month‑end processes, while continuing to build your accounting knowledge, analytical skills and understanding of the business.

At CSL, we support career development. As your capability and experience grow, there will be opportunities to take on more responsibility, broaden your exposure and contribute to improvements across the Finance function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with month‑end processing and general accounting activities to support accurate and timely reporting.

Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports and monthly rebate payments.

Process supplier invoices and payments, investigate discrepancies and respond to supplier queries.

Prepare invoices for non‑sales‑related on‑charges.

Prepare bank and FX supplier account reconciliations, investigate variances and assist with financial analysis.

Process fortnightly payroll and provide backup support for the monthly payroll.

Support Finance projects and identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.

Collate supporting records and prepare responses for routine audit requests.

Provide general support across the Finance team.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

You’ll have a sound understanding of accounting principles, some practical New Zealand accounting experience and, importantly, a willingness to learn and develop.

You’ll also bring:

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to getting things right.

Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Relevant accounting qualifications, with a minimum NZ Diploma in Accounting or equivalent.

Confidence using Excel and the ability to pick up new systems quickly.

Experience using accounting and payroll systems, with Pronto and iPayroll experience advantageous.

An analytical approach and willingness to investigate and resolve discrepancies.

Clear communication skills and the ability to build good working relationships across the business.

Initiative, flexibility and a practical, team‑focused approach.

A willingness to take ownership and build your responsibilities as you develop in the role.

This is an office‑based role in Mt Wellington, Auckland, suited to someone who enjoys working alongside colleagues and learning through day‑to‑day collaboration.

ABOUT CUTHBERT STEWART LTD

Cuthbert Stewart Ltd is a New Zealand supplier of automation and electrical technology. We are committed to quality, innovation and making leading technology easily accessible and well supported for Kiwi businesses.