Intermediate Accountant - Ifrs

CGR Services; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Friday afternoon flexibility

Professional membership fees

Enhanced parental leave

Gym and sports memberships

Social club and team activities

Volunteer leave and cultural swap days

Dress for your day

Company laptop and mobile phone

Ongoing learning and development

Job summary

Grant Thornton New Zealand is part of a leading global network offering audit, tax and advisory services. This role sits in the IFRS Centre of Excellence, building specialist NZ IFRS expertise on a diverse client base.

You’ll work on financial statements, IFRS implementations, leases, IAS 7 cash flows and group consolidations, gradually taking ownership and growing professional capabilities through training and mentoring. Flexibility and development are core here.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in Chartered Accountancy, professional services, audit or financial reporting.
• Progress toward CA ANZ, CPA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong interest in technical accounting and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and quality, with strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare NZ IFRS financial statements and special reports across industries.
• Participate in client secondments for IFRS expertise.
• Support IFRS 16 lease accounting engagements.
• Prepare cash flow statements under IAS 7.
• Assist with group consolidations under IFRS 10 and disclosures under IFRS 3.
• Support first-time adoption of IFRS under IFRS 1 and related technical accounting tasks.
• Provide technical accounting and financial reporting support; assist with tax compliance as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

Education

CA ANZ, CPA, or equivalent (progress toward)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grant Thornton New Zealand is part of a leading global network providing audit, tax and advisory services to dynamic organisations across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors.

Our teams combine technical expertise with practical insights to help clients navigate complexity and achieve their goals. We value collaboration, fresh thinking and continuous improvement, creating an environment where our people and clients can thrive.

Looking for something different from a traditional BAS role or considering a move from audit? Join our International Financial Reporting (IFRS) Centre of Excellence and build specialist financial reporting expertise while working with a diverse range of clients and industries.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys technical accounting and wants to build specialist NZ IFRS expertise. You'll work on a diverse range of engagements, including:

• Preparing financial statements, including both NZ IFRS and special purpose financial reports, across a range of industries.
• Participating in short-term client secondments where specialist IFRS expertise is required
• Supporting lease accounting engagements under IFRS 16
• Preparing cash flow statements in accordance with IAS 7
• Assisting with group consolidations under IFRS 10
• Supporting business combination reporting and disclosures under IFRS 3
• Assisting clients with first-time adoption of IFRS under IFRS 1
• Providing technical accounting and financial reporting support
• Assist with tax compliance and related compliance engagements where required

You’ll work closely with managers and senior team members while progressively taking ownership of engagements and developing specialist technical skills. Through dedicated training, global Grant Thornton IFRS programmes and mentoring from experienced specialists, you’ll build expertise that sets you apart in the market.

Requirements

You are a motivated accounting professional who enjoys technical problem-solving and has a genuine interest in financial reporting.

Ideally, you will have:

• 1 to 2 years' experience within Chartered Accountancy, professional services, audit or financial reporting
• Progress toward a CA ANZ, CPA or equivalent professional qualification
• A strong interest in technical accounting and financial reporting standards
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management and organisational abilities
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
• A proactive mindset and desire to continuously learn

Experience preparing Tier 2 financial statements, participating in audit engagements or supporting IFRS-related projects would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why work with us | He aha ai ka mahi ki a mātou?

At Grant Thornton, we believe our people perform at their best when they feel supported, included and empowered to succeed.

We foster a collaborative and flexible environment where individuals are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. Our leaders are approachable, supportive and committed to helping our people develop meaningful and rewarding careers.

Our modern, open-plan workplace encourages collaboration, innovation and professional growth while maintaining a healthy balance between achievement and wellbeing.

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Friday afternoon flexibility when deliverables are achieved
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Enhanced parental leave benefits
• Subsidised gym and sports memberships
• Fully funded social club and team activities
• Volunteer leave and cultural swap days
• Dress for your day policy
• Company laptop and mobile phone (iPhone or Samsung)
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities

Apply Today and Shape your Career!

If you're looking to build specialist expertise in financial reporting and develop your career with a supportive, high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.