Junior Bookkeeper in Queenstown | Growth Path

Blackthorn Talent Acquisition; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training and mentorship

Exposure to diverse clients

Collaborative environment

Career development opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Blackthorn Talent Acquisition is seeking a Junior Bookkeeper for a growing accounting practice in Queenstown, NZ. It is a full-time role offering development in bookkeeping skills within a supportive team, with exposure to diverse clients and financial responsibilities.

You will contribute to financial accuracy and compliance while learning across bookkeeping, payroll, and tax tasks in a local context.

Qualifications

• Qualification in bookkeeping, accounting or related field, or relevant practical experience.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial data.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Sound understanding of basic accounting principles in New Zealand context.
• Professional communication with clients and team members.
• Confidential handling of financial information.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a small practice.
• Familiarity with GST and tax compliance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Record and process financial transactions (invoices, receipts, expenses) accurately.
• Reconcile general ledgers regularly.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Assist with financial statements and management reports.
• Process payroll information and employment records.
• Support GST and annual tax compliance activities.
• Use accounting software and maintain organised records.
• Communicate with clients for documentation and clarification.
• Assist senior staff with month-end and year-end close procedures.

Skills

Bookkeeping basics

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Professional communication

Confidentiality

Willingness to learn

Education

Bookkeeping or related qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Office software

Job description

Blackthorn Talent Acquisition is seeking a Junior Bookkeeper for a growing accounting practice in Queenstown, NZ. It is a full-time role offering development in bookkeeping skills within a supportive team, with exposure to diverse clients and financial responsibilities.

You will contribute to financial accuracy and compliance while learning across bookkeeping, payroll, and tax tasks in a local context.