Otara Accounts Receivable Specialist - 4-Month Temp

AWF Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Auckland City JLCA & CO LIMITED T/A JLCA & CO is seeking an Accountant to support financial management, reporting and accounting for our Auckland-based operation. The role covers statutory reporting, GST, budgeting and financial analysis, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

The successful candidate will bring a strong accounting background, NZ GST knowledge and proficiency in Xero/MYOB, working in a collaborative finance team in Onehunga. Permanent, full-time with minimum 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher qualification in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• NZ GST and taxation knowledge.
• Proficiency with Xero, MYOB or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor revenue, expenditure, cash flow and financial performance.
• Maintain and review accounting systems and financial records.
• Prepare budgets and assist with financial forecasting.
• Analyse operating costs and financial results.
• Prepare financial information for taxation and statutory purposes.
• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Perform reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Provide management with financial analysis and advice.
• Assist with improving controls and accounting procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent and team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Accounting software

Job description

Active 4x4 Dismantlers is seeking an Accountant to support the financial management, reporting and accounting requirements of our automotive-parts operation.

Location: Onehunga, Auckland
Employment: Permanent, Full-Time
Guaranteed Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week
Pay: NZD $40.00–$48.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor revenue, expenditure, cash flow and financial performance.
• Maintain and review accounting systems and financial records.
• Prepare budgets and assist with financial forecasting.
• Analyse operating costs and financial results.
• Prepare financial information required for taxation and statutory purposes.
• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Provide management with financial analysis and advice.
• Assist with improving financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Liaise with external accountants, advisers and relevant authorities when required.
• Relevant Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a closely related field; OR
• At least 5 years of relevant professional accounting experience.
• Strong accounting, financial-analysis and reporting skills.
• Competence with accounting and business software.

Excellent opportunity to join a successful and well-established Auckland based company and become a part of a great team.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Junior Accountant to assist with financial reporting, accounting operations, tax compliance and financial analysis. The successful candidate will support the preparation of accurate financial records and reports, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and New Zealand regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist in preparing financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements and cash flow reports.
2. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
3. Prepare and process journal entries, accruals and adjustments in accordance with accounting principles.
4. Assist in preparing GST returns, tax calculations and other financial compliance reports.
5. Analyse financial data, identify discrepancies and provide recommendations to improve financial accuracy.
6. Assist in preparing budgets, financial forecasts and management reports.
7. Monitor accounts payable and receivable, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.
8. Support month-end and year-end closing procedures, including account reconciliations and financial adjustments.
9. Assist with internal and external audits by preparing financial documents and supporting schedules.
10. Ensure accounting procedures comply with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards and company policies.

Job Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Knowledge of New Zealand GST and taxation requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, MYOB or similar systems.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a finance team.

Primary address of work: Auckland

Vacancy number: 1

Employment type: Permanent full time

Minimum hours per week: 30 Hours

Maximum hours per week: 40 Hours

Minimum hourly rate (low salary range): $29/hour

Maximum hourly rate (high salary range): $40/hour

Auckland City JLCA & CO LIMITED T/A JLCA & CO

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This role is to ensure the clients bank reconciliations, GST returns, Payroll records and workpapers are kept accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with Inland Revenue (IRD) compliance requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Day-to-Day Transactional Bookkeeping

• Bank reconciliations for a portfolio of clients: Daily or weekly matching of bank feeds, credit card transactions, and merchant statements against source documents using Xero.
• Maintain and update general ledgers: Ensure that all bank and business transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger.
• Post journal entries: Record and reconcile financial transactions in journal entries.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable: Oversee the processing of incoming and outgoing payments, ensuring invoices and payment batch files are reconciled.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare Annual Financial Statements: Reconcile Profit & Loss report, Balance Sheet, Cashflow statements, and Notes to the financial statements.
• Monthly & Quarterly Management Reports: Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports for clients.
• Trial Balance Preparation: Reconciling ledger accounts prior to handing files over to senior accountants.
• FBT & Provisional Tax Support: Assist with basic Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) calculations and carry out provisional tax calculations.
• Provide phone and email support to clients regarding bookkeeping queries.

Payroll Processing & PAYE

• Manage payday calculations and filings, calculate KiwiSaver contributions, ACC levies, student loan deductions, holiday pay, and submitting PAYE returns with IRD.
• Correspondence with clients regarding employees net pay and PAYE tax payments to the IRD.
• Reconcile payroll transactions & employees entitlements, and PAYE payables in Xero.

GST Returns

• Prepare and file bi-monthly and 6-monthly GST returns with IRD.
• Confirm GST reconciliations and adjustments with senior accountants.
• Correspondence with clients regarding GST tax payments due.

Cash Flow Management

• Monitor cashflow: Track cashflow surplus or deficits to ensure business liquidity of clients.
• Forecast and budgeting reports: Prepare cashflow forecasts and budgets to assist clients financing requirements.
• Variance analysis: Compare actual financial performance with budgeted forecasts and analyse discrepancies.

Internal Controls

• Comply with the firm's internal controls procedures: Implement and monitor internal controls to prevent errors, fraud, or misappropriation of financial records.
• Participate in the firm's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training courses.

Software Support & System Setup

• Xero migration & clients onboarding: Set up new client chart of accounts, import historical balances, and integrate third-party apps (i.e. Hubdoc, PayHero, Spotlight reporting).
• Client Training: Provide training to clients on proper invoice recording, receipt capture, and basic software management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor or higher qualification in Accounting, Finance or other relevant qualifications.

Remuneration: $28 per hour