Business Accountant

Century Group Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Group Limited is seeking an experienced Business Accountant with a minimum of ten years in a private business. The role focuses on day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, and compliance.

You will manage daily transactions in Xero, maintain the ledger, and support month-end/year-end closes. The position requires leadership, integrity, and strong stakeholder communication to enable strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Ten years of accounting experience in a private business.
• Degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Experience in multi-entity environments and using NZ financial reporting standards.
• Experience supervising/mentoring finance teams and driving process improvements.
• Strong IT literacy and systems-savvy capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions in Xero, including AP/AR.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure posting accuracy.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals and month-end close.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights for strategic decisions.
• GST reconciliation and reporting; liaise with IRD as required.
• Support audits and ensure internal controls and compliance.
• Provide ad hoc finance support and drive process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Xero

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Business Accountant, with minimum of ten years experience.

This role will suit a highly organized and detail-oriented individual who can manage day-to-day accounting tasks, assist with financial reporting, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Record daily financial transactions in Xero, including accounts payable & accounts receivable.

Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accurate posting of transactions in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.

Assist with preparing journal entries, some accruals and few adjustments for month-end and year-end close processes.

Ensure all financial data is classified accurately for reporting and compliance purposes.

Cash Management & Treasury Support:

Provide optimum cash management, ensuring all cash is put to best use.

Monitor and report on outstanding customer balances, ensuring prompt follow-up on overdue accounts.

Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Assist with variance analysis and provide insights to the senior finance team for strategic decision-making.

Prepare and assist with year-end reporting and financial statement preparation in line with New Zealand financial reporting standards.

General Administrative Support:

Provide ad hoc support to the finance team, assisting in financial reporting, reconciliations, and overseeing financial queries.

Participate in the development and implementation of process improvements to enhance the efficiency of accounting operations.

GST:

Reconcile GST payable/receivable accounts within Xero and ensure accurate reporting and lodgement within the required timeframes.

Provide support in preparing and reviewing other tax-related reports as required by the IRD, such as PAYE, and withholding taxes.

Liaise with external tax agents or advisors.

Reconciliations & Compliance:

Perform regular reconciliations, if any.

Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies, New Zealand financial reporting standards, and tax regulations.

Provide support during any audits.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Clarity in thinking.

Eager to lead.

Championing leader’s business philosophy & vision, internally & externally.

Proven experience as an Accountant or in a similar accounting role, ideally within a privately-owned business.

Education:

Degree in accounting, finance or a related field.

Experience:

Working in a multi-entity environment.

Supervising & mentoring the finance team, driving continuous process improvement.

Above-average IT knowledge & experience, tech & systems savvy.

Working with business owners & stakeholders (private enterprises).

Skills:

Proficiency in Xero accounting software is essential.

Strong organizational skills and attention-to-detail, with the ability to meet deadlines.

Effective communication skills and ability to build relationship with stakeholders.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Deep character, integrity and confidentiality.

Proactive approach with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Strong attention-to-detail & accuracy.

Strong critical thinking skills and a solutions-oriented mindset.

WHY JOIN US?

Be a part of a team, where you can be who you are.

No overseas or out of city applications. All applicants mustbe available for job interview in person in Auckland CBD.

Applicants must provide evidence confirming their right to work in New Zealand.

Applicants must have a minimum of ten years of working experience in similar roles, in similar privately-owned businesses.

This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday 08:30am - 5:00pm; and on-site.