Intermediate Accountant

BDO; Rotorua; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work policy

Health & wellness benefits

Discounted employee health insurance

Job summary

BDO Rotorua is seeking an intermediate-level adviser for our Rotorua BAS Team. The role offers work-from-home options and a full-time schedule in Rotorua with competitive salary dependent on experience.

Applicants should have at least 2 years in NZ accounting firm-based business advisory, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset to support staff and clients while advancing their career.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in business advisory within a NZ accounting firm.
• High standards with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with staff and clients.
• Positive team player with drive for career growth and accountability.
• Strong written and oral communication and the ability to self manage and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide advisory services to SME clients in Rotorua.
• Collaborate with team and partners to deliver timely insights.
• Maintain high-quality work product with attention to detail.
• Support clients and staff with proactive problem solving.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Self-management

Team player

Education

Accounting degree or similar

Job description

Grow your future in our BDO whānau - an intermediate opportunity in our Rotorua BAS Team

12th October, 2026

Do you aspire to work for a world-class professional services firm, that stands out from its competitors with a culture rich in professional opportunity, personal fulfilment, and long-term growth? Then this is your opportunity to join a business that is more than a numbers machine.

There is so much more to BDO, and here is just a snapshot on why you should aspire to grow your career at BDO Rotorua:

• We areknown for our relaxed and informal atmosphere, not common in our industry. Our culture promotes a collaborative workplace - among colleagues and clients alike.
• You'll love the fact that you get moreaccess to partners and early client involvement. There is no ceiling here and your career can grow fast and all the way to Partnership if that is your goal.
• Werecognise that your career with us is just one aspect of your life, so balance is critical.
• We back your potential with exceptional professional development and study support through our National network.
• In addition to your competitive starting salary, we provide numerous benefits including flexible work policy, health & wellness benefits and discounted employee health insurance.

At BDO Rotorua, we understand exceptional service to our clients begins - and ends - with exceptional regard for our people. We offer a unique and supportive culture in a locally owned firm that puts people first - whether that's professional development, personal fulfilment, work-life balance or a flatter structure that ensures your get access to Partners and clients as soon as you enter our doors.

Living in Rotorua can offer you an excellent lifestyle with an abundance of outdoor activities centred around our lakes and forests and you have easy access to the Bay of Plenty coastline and the central plateau for summer and winter activities.

Key Requirements:

Your experience to date will include:

• A minimum of 2 years experience working in business advisory within a NZ accounting firm
• You have high standards and value accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with staff and clients
• Positive team player with drive to further your career and willingness to take accountability for your own work and development
• Strong written and oral communication and the ability to self manage and act decisively to solve problems
• Have an undergraduate degree in accounting or similar

The role is located at our BDO Rotorua office (with work from home options available) and is a full time (40 hours per week) role. Salary will depend on experience and additional benefits are available.

Please note, you must be currently in New Zealand and have the right to work, to be considered for this opportunity. Applicants who are not already residing in New Zealand with the right to work will not be considered for the role.