Assistant Accountant - Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)

Qube; Tauranga; Hybrid; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed-term maternity cover

Full-time Monday to Friday

Location Tauranga

Stable employment with leading logis t

9-month fixed-term maternity cover

Job summary

Qube Ports NZ is seeking a motivated Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team in Tauranga on a 9-month fixed-term maternity cover contract. This role supports the financial operations through accurate reporting, reconciliations, month-end processes, budgeting support, and financial analysis.

Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you will help ensure financial information is timely and accurate, enabling informed business decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role.
• CA or CPA qualification or working towards it.
• Strong Excel and financial systems experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries
• Prepare financial reports and management information
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes as required
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Provide financial and administrative support to operational managers and internal stakeholders

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Education

CA or CPA

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

What's on offer:

• Competitive remuneration
• Full-time, Monday to Friday role
• 9-month fixed-term maternity cover opportunity
• Stable employment with one of New Zealand's leading logistics providers

About the Role

We're looking for a motivated and detail-focused Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team on a 9-month fixed-term maternity cover contract.

This is a varied role that will see you supporting the financial operations of the business through accurate reporting, reconciliations, month-end processes, budgeting support, and financial analysis. Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you'll play an important role in ensuring financial information is accurate, timely, and supports informed business decisions.

Location: Tauranga

Status: Full-time, 9-Month Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)

Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist with month-end processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries
• Prepare financial reports and management information
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes as required
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Provide financial and administrative support to operational managers and internal stakeholders

Who we're after:

• Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role
• Qualified Accountant (CA or CPA) or working towards completion
• Strong Microsoft Excel and financial systems experience
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and contribute to the wider team

About us

Qube Ports NZ is a nationwide service provider offering a comprehensive range of cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing services, and IT solutions. Our pursuit of excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets.

You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be eligible to work in New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.

Applications close on 8th November.