BAS Accountant (Assistant Manager)

KPMG New Zealand; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Wellington is looking for an Assistant Manager for their Private Enterprise team. This role requires cultivating client relationships and assisting with financial deliverables while managing a proactive team. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of advisory experience and strong analytical and communication skills. Benefits include hybrid working and flexible leave options.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Flexible leave options

Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning

Discounts on lifestyle goods

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a business advisory role, preferably in a mid-tier or big 4 environment.
• Proactive mindset dedicated to business growth.
• Strong analytical ability to transform data into insights.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong client relationships and maintain communication.
• Assist clients with management reporting and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage day-to-day operations of outsourced finance functions.

Skills

Client-focused mindset

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Overview

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose we help our clients solve complex problems, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow.

At KPMG, we are committed to fuelling prosperity for all New Zealanders. We bring this purpose to life through our work and the manner in which we conduct ourselves, guided by our Code of Conduct and shared values of Integrity, Courage, Excellence, Together, for Better. Do you want to make an impact from day one? Our Private Enterprise practice works alongside New Zealand's privately-owned businesses to help them achieve their strategic goals. Our clients, which include international businesses, private companies and high net worth families who operate and invest across a variety of industries rely on us for insights, manage compliance and to drive growth.

The Opportunity

• We are looking for an Assistant Manager to join our Private Enterprise team in Wellington.
• As an Enterprise Assistant Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the success of our clients. You will form part of a team that builds trusted relationships and provide insights that drive decisions and guide critical transitions, supporting not just business operations, but the ambitious families and entrepreneurs behind them.
• You will get to work alongside other like-minded professionals who are focused on privately owned business but also be connected to the broader KPMG expertise in other service lines.

Day to Day You Will

• Cultivate strong client relationships and maintain regular communication.
• Be part of a team that assists clients with a variety of financial deliverables, including management reporting, cash flow forecasts, provisional tax, GST, FBT and special projects.
• Take a lead on managing the day-to-day operations of our outsourced finance function clients and virtual CFO engagements.
• Engage with clients to understand their challenges and offer solutions, including providing assistance where required with business tools, such as Xero, forecasting and reporting tools and Excel.
• Work closely with team members to coach and support their growth, including reviewing and providing guidance on deliverables.
• Utilisation of AI tools to efficiently deliver the best outcomes for clients.
• Effectively manage your time and prioritise various deliverables by communicating with key stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• 3-5 years of experience in a business advisory role. Preferably from a mid tier or big 4 environment.
• A proactive, client-focused mindset dedicated to driving business growth and innovation.
• Strong analytical ability to transform data into strategic insights.
• Exceptional communication skills, adept at engaging a diverse range of clients.
• Commitment to enhancing your technical knowledge and thriving within a dynamic team environment.

Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by the KPMG Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners if we require agency assistance. Thank you for your understanding.

Life at KPMG

KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent.

For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone Enya van Dulm on 04 816 4660 or email [e-mail]

Benefits

• Hybrid Working – a mix of working in the office and at home to enhance your work/life balance
• Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Access to ‘Whanau@KPMG’ – 18 weeks’ paid flexible leave for all new parents - primary and secondary carers
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees
• Discounts on a range of lifestyle goods and services
• Opportunity to join any of our Inclusion, Diversity and Equity networks as a participant and ally
• Opportunity to join our Social club and enjoy activities such as cooking classes, painting, quiz nights and more

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.