Senior Accountant

Findex; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Study support

CA/CPA subscriptions

Job summary

Findex New Zealand is seeking a Senior Accountant in Hamilton to provide hands-on support to Partners and deliver comprehensive accounting, tax and advisory services.

You will work with a diverse client base, producing financial statements, tax returns, and management reports while building trusted client relationships and using leading accounting software. The role offers study support and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven accounting experience within public practice.
• CA or CPA qualification desirable.
• Experience across a broad range of tax, accounting and business matters.
• Client-focused with ability to build trust and support client relationships.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce financial statements and income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts and companies.
• Preparation of management reports.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts to help clients plan cash-based transactions and meet their financial commitments.
• Deliver quality accountancy services with efficiency and accuracy, helping clients understand tax liabilities and due dates.
• Work with leading accounting software systems to meet business needs.
• Build genuine relationships with clients, as a trusted contact while Partners are out visiting clients.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Client-focused

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

CA or CPA qualification desirable

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Ready for a role with real variety and real clients? Keep reading.

We're a successful and forward-thinking accounting and business advisory firm, working with a wide range of clients across the Waikato region. We're looking for a dedicated Senior Accountant to join our hardworking team in Hamilton, providing hands‑on support to our Partners.

We work with a wide range of clients, providing personalised advice built on genuine independence and close client contact. This role suits someone who's genuinely client-focused and comfortable being a reliable point of contact and support while the Partner is out seeing clients.

We are open to applications from candidates looking for 32-40 hours per week.

Your role, your contribution

• Produce financial statements and income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts and companies
• Preparation of management reports
• Prepare cash flow forecasts to help clients plan cash-based transactions and meet their financial commitments
• Consistently deliver quality accountancy services with efficiency and accuracy, helping clients understand their tax liabilities and due dates well in advance so they can plan ahead
• Work with a range of leading accounting software systems, helping clients get the most out of their system for their business needs
• Build genuine relationships with clients, acting as a trusted point of contact and supporting the Partner's client base day to day

The benefits of joining us

• A clear pathway to partnership, with ongoing career development, mentoring and training support
• Attractive salary package plus health insurance and corporate benefits
• A supportive, experienced team culture with genuine independence and direct client interaction
• Full study support, including study leave, fee reimbursement and CA or CPA subscriptions

What you bring to the role

• Proven accounting experience within public practice
• CA or CPA qualification, or working towards this (desirable)
• Experience across a broad range of tax, accounting and business matters
• A genuinely client-focused approach, with the ability to build trust and support a Partner's client relationships while they're out of office
• The ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and clients
• Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail

Our impact: why Findex?

Findex New Zealand is one of the largest providers of practical accounting, audit, tax, wealth and business advice to individuals and businesses, from a network of over 20 offices throughout the country.

At Findex, we help clients manage, grow and protect their financial future with confidence. Since 1987, we've become a leading Australasian provider of integrated accounting, advisory and wealth solutions, delivered through our Wealth Accountant and Family Office models. With 2,500 professionals across 100+ offices, we combine local expertise with global reach and remain committed to supporting clients and communities in creating long‑term financial security.

For the community: the Findex Community Fund is dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve. Since 2018, we have donated over $4.3 million to more than 800 charities across Australia and New Zealand. Collectively, our team has dedicated over 9,000 volunteer hours, making a tangible impact in their communities through personal engagement.

For our customers: together, Findex and Crowe champion the success of over 75,000 Australasian businesses, helping them grow with expert advice, fresh thinking and top‑tier professional services. Here, you're empowered to work in a way that brings out your best, supporting your growth, your team and the clients who trust us to make a real difference.

For you: at Findex, we focus on developing our people first. With structured training and development opportunities, we help our people grow their careers in a way that sets them up for success. We actively support our people with extra funding for external study relevant to their role.

For diversity and inclusion: Findex is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and we encourage applications from candidates with a variety of strengths, backgrounds and experiences.