Intermediate Accountant

Evolve Accounting Ltd; Kumeu; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Leave

Beautiful Kumeū office

Job summary

Evolve Accounting is an award-winning Chartered Accounting and Business Advisory practice based in Kumeū, north-west Auckland. We’re seeking an Intermediate Accountant to join our team and contribute to an advisory-led, technology-enabled firm.

In this role you’ll support Client Managers with compliance delivery, client service, and workflow coordination while developing your CA credentials and technical skills in a modern, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years experience in a New Zealand public practice accounting firm.
• Experience preparing annual financial statements, tax returns, and GST returns.
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand tax law.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude.
• Currently working towards, or ready to commence your CA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Complete workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with provisional tax and other compliance obligations.
• Respond to client accounting, tax, and Xero enquiries.
• Take ownership of routine client enquiries and provide timely, professional support.
• Liaise with clients to gather information required to complete work.
• Manage client follow-up and ensure timely information delivery.
• Support workflow progression and keep jobs moving smoothly.
• Identify issues or risks and escalate to the Client Manager.
• Support the delivery of a consistent, positive client experience.
• Assist the wider team during peak periods.
• Assist Client Managers with onboarding tasks as required.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Proactive

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

CA qualification in progress

Tools

Xero

Cloud accounting systems

Job description

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More than compliance. Build relationships, develop your CA, and grow with a modern advisory-led firm.

Kumeu, Auckland | Full-time

Not Your Traditional Accounting Firm

Evolve Accounting is an award-winning Chartered Accounting and Business Advisory practice based in Kumeū, north-west Auckland.

We believe accounting is changing. Technology and AI are creating new opportunities to automate routine tasks, giving accountants more time to do what really matters - build relationships, solve problems, and help business owners achieve their goals.

That's why we continue to build a firm that's advisory-led, technology-enabled, and focused on creating meaningful impact for our clients.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for an Intermediate Accountant to join our Kumeū team and become an important part of that journey.

The Opportunity

At Evolve, we're intentionally creating more space for our Client Managers to focus on what matters most - building relationships, delivering proactive advice, and helping business owners achieve their goals.

To support this vision, this newly created role will play a key part in creating capacity across the business by supporting our Client Managers with compliance delivery, client service, and workflow coordination.

This isn't simply a compliance role. It's an opportunity to become a trusted support to our Client Managers, helping ensure our clients receive exceptional service while developing your own technical and relationship skills along the way.

If you're working towards your CA and looking for a role that combines strong technical development with exposure to a modern, advisory-led firm, we'd love to hear from you.

How You’ll Contribute

• Completing workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
• Assisting with provisional tax and other compliance obligations
• Responding to client accounting, tax, and Xero enquiries
• Taking ownership of routine client enquiries and ensuring clients receive timely, professional support
• Liaising with clients to gather information required to complete work
• Managing client follow-up and ensuring information is received in a timely manner
• Assisting with workflow progression and helping keep jobs moving efficiently through the practice
• Identifying potential issues, risks, or opportunities and escalating these to the appropriate Client Manager
• Supporting the delivery of a consistent, positive client experience
• Assisting the wider team during peak workflow periods
• Assisting Client Managers with any specific new client onboarding tasks as required

About You

This role is suited to someone who enjoys helping others, communicating well, taking ownership, and continuously looking for better ways to work.

We're looking for someone who -

• Takes ownership of their work and follows through on commitments
• Enjoys helping others and takes pride in supporting teammates and clients
• Communicates confidently and professionally, both in writing and over the phone
• Builds trust through reliability, responsiveness, and attention to detail
• Enjoys building genuine relationships with clients and understanding what matters to them
• Is naturally curious and enjoys learning new skills, systems, and ways of working
• Can manage multiple priorities and keep work moving, even when things get busy
• Is proactive in identifying issues, following up outstanding items, and keeping others informed
• Values collaboration and enjoys being part of a supportive team environment

You’ll also bring -

• Currently working towards, or ready to commence your CA qualification
• 3-4 years experience working in a New Zealand public practice accounting firm
• Experience preparing annual financial statements, tax returns, and GST returns
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand tax law
• Great analytical skills and attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong working knowledge of Xero and cloud-based accounting systems
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, team focused attitude

Your Development

At Evolve, we're committed to developing the next generation of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors.

You’ll be supported as you work towards your CA qualification while gaining exposure to a diverse range of businesses, industries, and challenges. Alongside building strong technical capability, you'll develop the communication, relationship, and commercial skills that are becoming increasingly important in a modern accounting profession.

Why Join Evolve?

We know there are plenty of accounting firms out there. Here's what makes us different -

• A growing firm that is committed to a great‑place‑to‑work culture, aligned with our values and our long‑term vision – not just for our clients, but for our team too.
• Work directly alongside experienced Client Managers and Business Advisors
• Support and mentoring towards your CA qualification
• Exposure to a wide range of businesses and industries
• Modern cloud-based systems and AI-enabled tools
• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Genuine opportunities for development and career growth
• A beautiful Kumeū office with a team that enjoys working together
• A firm that believes relationships matter more than transactions
• Birthday Leave Day off

We're passionate about developing great accountants, but we're equally passionate about developing trusted advisers, strong communicators, and people who genuinely enjoy helping others succeed.

Our Purpose

Through meaningful relationships, we empower business owners to reach their full potential.

If you're looking for a role where you can continue developing your technical skills, build strong client relationships, and be part of a profession that's evolving beyond compliance, we'd love to hear from you.

You must be currently in New Zealand and have the right to work permanently to apply.