Assistant Accountant / Business Administrator

Consult Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Consult Recruitment in Auckland is seeking an Assistant Accountant / Business Administrator to support a Finance Manager and Head of People & Operations during an in-house transition. The role combines core accounting tasks with general administration with a negotiable salary and clear career progression as the finance team grows.

Based near Victoria Park in Auckland CBD, the team emphasises collaboration and accuracy, offering stable, engaging work and opportunities for CA study support and

Qualifications

• Solid foundational understanding of practical accounting principles and administration processes.
• Competent user of modern accounting software and everyday Excel spreadsheets.
• Highly organised worker comfortable handling multi-faceted business support duties.
• Methodical communicator eager to learn in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive team player focused on process improvement and high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounts payable, receivable, and basic cash flow tracking.
• Execute general business administration so operations run smoothly.
• Assist with month-end reporting support, basic journals, and accruals.
• Map operational processes and maintain tidy process documentation.
• Support payroll preparation, GST returns, and general office/HR coordination.

Skills

Accounting basics

Excel

Multi-tasking

Communication

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Assistant Accountant / Business Administrator

Consult Recruitment – Auckland, North Island

An up-and-coming, fast-growing Auckland project management and consultancy firm shaping high-profile built environment projects. Located near Victoria Park in Auckland CBD, the business fosters a supportive, team-focused culture. Bringing their finance function fully in-house creates a stable, engaging environment with genuine career growth opportunities as the team expands.

About the Role

Supporting the new Finance Manager and Head of People & Operations in a dynamic environment during an exciting in-house transition. This dual-focused role handles core accounting tasks alongside vital general business administration. Offering a negotiable salary, this position is ideal for an ambitious candidate seeking ownership, varied operational experience, and long-term career progression as the finance team grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounts payable, receivable, and basic cash flow tracking.
• Execute general business administration so operations run with zero dropped balls.
• Assist with month-end reporting support, basic journals, and accruals.
• Map operational processes and maintain accurate, tidy process documentation.
• Support payroll preparation, routine GST returns, and general office and HR coordination.

So Who Are You And What Is Your Profile?

• Solid foundational understanding of practical accounting principles and administration processes.
• Competent user of modern accounting software and everyday Excel spreadsheets.
• Highly organised worker comfortable handling multi-faceted business support duties.
• Methodical communicator eager to learn in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive team player focused on process improvement and high accuracy.
• Negotiable salary tailored to your current experience level.
• Clear career progression as the in-house finance team grows.
• Modern Victoria Park location close to central CBD amenities.
• Potential CA study support and ongoing professional development.
• Collaborative culture providing high-visibility to leadership.

**Studies have shown that women and people from under-represented backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles where they don’t match the job description criteria exactly. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience aligns less than 100%, we encourage you to apply.**