Graduate Accountant

Polson Higgs And Co; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clothing allowance

Paid study leave

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Insurance coverage

2 extra days leave

Subsidised social activities

Job summary

Polson Higgs And Co in Dunedin is offering a graduate role designed to launch your career in accounting. You will follow a structured training pathway from annual accounts and GST preparation to forecasting and financial statements, with full support from experienced team members.

This role emphasizes work-life balance and development opportunities. We look for finalists in a BCom with Accounting, strong communication and problem-solving abilities, and a demonstrated willingness to take on

Qualifications

• You will be in your final year of a BCom, majoring in Accounting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills to develop positive relationships with our clients and team.
• Be able to demonstrate a wider engagement and responsibilities in life beyond your studies.
• Motivated to learn, develop and grow your career.

Responsibilities

• A structured training pathway starting with annual accounts and GST preparation through to forecasting and financial statements.
• Support from experienced team members and full resources provided to ensure success.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Motivation to learn

Education

BCom in Accounting (final year)

Job description

A graduate role with us will offer you excellent opportunities to learn and develop your career in a supportive environment. Work/life balance is key to achieving this and we will help you every step of the way!

Job Description

What you'll be doing:

• You will be supported on your career journey through a comprehensive training pathway starting off with annual accounts and GST preparation through to preparation of forecasts and financial statements.
• All resources will be provided to you to ensure your success, including support from experienced team members.

Desired Skills and Experience

What we’re looking for:

• You will be in your final year of a BCom, majoring inAccounting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills to develop positive relationships with our clients and team.
• Be able to demonstrate a wider engagement and responsibilities in life beyond your studies.
• Motivated to learn, develop and grow your career.

What you will enjoy:

• We offer you scope to develop your career, a salary that recognises your qualifications and the ability to learn from the best.
• Competitive first year salary with significant increases between 7-12% in your first two years of gaining experience.
• 2 extra days leave.
• $1,000 clothing allowance.
• 40 hours per week and no weekend work!
• Paid study leave and course costs to complete your Chartered Accounting qualification.
• Incentive and recognition rewards.
• Open collaborative work environment.
• Insurance coverage.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active social club with subsidised sporting and social activities.

About us:

Polson Higgs provides quality business advisory and accounting services to a range of clients including rural, trade, professional services and logistics throughout the wider Otago Southland region. There is the opportunity to gain experience in a broad range of industries. We add value to all our clients through our exceptional people, with the belief in our vision of Better Business together. We value our team and know that life is more than going to work.