Remote Junior Accountant — Growth-Focused Graduate

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Growth and development opportunities

Mentorship from accounting pros

Core accounting experience

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Junior Accountant to join its finance team in New Zealand on a fully remote basis. The role offers a solid foundation for an accounting career with exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting, working alongside experienced staff.

You will gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting audits as needed.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• Basic understanding of GAAP or IFRS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

Skills

Accounting basics

Attention to detail

Time management

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Junior Accountant to join its finance team in New Zealand on a fully remote basis. The role offers a solid foundation for an accounting career with exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting, working alongside experienced staff.

You will gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting audits as needed.