Financial Accountant

Stellar Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Financial Accountant to oversee its finance function in Auckland. This hands-on leadership role involves preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance, and providing meaningful insights to support business strategies. The ideal candidate will have a CA or CPA qualification, strong technical knowledge, and a proven record of managing finance teams. It's an opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment with chances for growth.

Benefits

On-site parking

Supportive and welcoming team

Growth and learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 4 years' post-qualification financial accounting experience required.
• Strong technical knowledge of NZ and Australian financial reporting and tax legislation.
• Must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Leading the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Overseeing daily financial operations including accounts payable and receivable.
• Managing budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting processes.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

CA or CPA Qualification

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

NetSuite

Sage

Job description

About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced and detail-focused Financial Accountant to take ownership of the finance function within a busy, professional consultancy environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both the technical side of financial reporting and contributing to commercial outcomes.
In this role you’ll work closely with senior leadership, providing accurate financial information that supports informed decision-making and business performance. This is a hands-on leadership position, overseeing a small finance team, while driving process improvements and ensuring compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
• Overseeing daily financial operations including accounts payable, receivable, and reconciliations
• Managing budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting processes
• Ensuring compliance with financial standards, tax requirements, and company policies
• Providing meaningful financial insights to support business strategy
• Working collaboratively with Directors and internal stakeholders
• Driving continuous improvements across financial processes and systems

About you:

• CA or CPA qualification required
• 4 years’ post-qualification financial accounting experience
• Strong technical knowledge of NZ and Australian financial reporting and tax legislation
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to lead and elevate team members
• Experience working with Deltek Vantagepoint, NetSuite, or Sage preferred
• Must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary: $100K–$120K depending on experience
• Step into a leadership role with full ownership of the finance function
• Add value by guiding decision making processes and make an impact
• Mount Eden location with on-site parking
• Supportive and welcoming team and professional working environment
• Growth and learning opportunities

If you have the skills and experience mentioned above, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today or contact Sam Chatterley-Hodgson at [e-mail]