Assistant Accountant: Growth & Month-End Learning

Freightways Information Services; Auckland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Freightways Information Services (FIS) is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our Penrose, Auckland finance team. The role offers exposure to month‑end processes, supplier invoicing, intercompany billing and analytical reporting within a supportive, family‑oriented culture.

You will contribute to day‑to‑day accounting, learn IT software accounting, and help drive process improvements as part of a dynamic finance team. This is an office‑based role in Penrose, Auckland.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting is advantageous and this role offers practical learning.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines in a busy finance team.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to supporting colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end processing and general accounting activities.
• Process supplier invoices and payments, investigate discrepancies and respond to queries.
• Prepare accurate invoices for services provided to Freightways businesses.
• Develop understanding of IT software accounting and related processes.
• Prepare bank and supplier reconciliations, investigate variances, and assist with financial analysis.
• Help collect and maintain business emissions data.
• Contribute to finance projects and support the team as priorities evolve.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Analytical mindset

Clear communication

Initiative

Collaborative approach

Tools

Excel

Job description

Freightways Information Services (FIS) is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our Penrose, Auckland finance team. The role offers exposure to month‑end processes, supplier invoicing, intercompany billing and analytical reporting within a supportive, family‑oriented culture.

You will contribute to day‑to‑day accounting, learn IT software accounting, and help drive process improvements as part of a dynamic finance team. This is an office‑based role in Penrose, Auckland.