Senior Accountant [9 month Fixed Term - Maternity Cover]

Auto Finance Direct Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Finance Direct Ltd seeks a Senior Accountant for a 9-month maternity cover. This role involves managing finance functions, budgeting, and compliance, alongside leading a finance team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in accounting and be proficient in financial reporting. Join a collaborative and energetic environment where your contributions are valued and career growth is supported.

Benefits

Free daily boot camp at the on-site training gym

Collaborative environment with input encouraged

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-study experience as an accountant.
• Experience with Financial Analysis and Reporting.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Finance Department objectives including budgeting and reporting.
• Oversee financial transactions and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Lead and develop a team, providing regular performance reports.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Financial Reporting

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Senior Accountant [9 month Fixed Term - Maternity Cover]

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About Auto Finance Direct
Simple, Effortless Car Finance. Now, that’s easy!

Auto Finance Direct (AFD) is a New Zealand-based business dedicated to simplifying the car-buying process. Established in 2009, we provide tailored vehicle finance solutions to used car dealers across the country. Our office is located in the vibrant Grey Lynn area of Auckland, and we offer an energetic, collaborative environment where ideas are valued, and career growth is encouraged.

What You’ll Be Doing
As a member of the Senior Management Group, you will be responsible for all Finance Department objectives. Requirements include managing key relationships and reporting requirements that influence the AFD business and our customers. You will oversee the implementation and enhancement of financial reporting that aligns with regulatory requirements and best practices.

This position requires an understanding of financial regulations and an ability to translate complex compliance requirements into actionable strategies that support the organisation’s objectives. You will also support cross-functional initiatives to optimise processes, enhance financial capabilities, and improve customer experience.

As our Senior Accountant, you will deliver and contribute to AFD in the following areas:

Budgeting and Forecast Management

· Preparation of budgets and reforecasts and monthly monitoring against them

· Preparation of cashflow forecasting and monthly monitoring

· Financial modelling and analysis on strategic projects

Transaction Management

· Management of financial transactions required (i.e. banking, payments and invoicing)

· Manage company funding requirements on a daily basis

· Manage the month end processing and reconciliation

· Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports for internal and external stakeholders

· Provide data and reports requested by internal and external auditors

· Management of all financial reporting obligations

Risk and Compliance

· Work collaboratively to review and build on existing policies and procedures

· Ensure your department operates with and adheres to the applicable legislative requirements for your department and the company

Leadership

· Lead training and development for your department and supporting the wider AFD team

· Mentor staff at all levels to foster growth and encourage development among senior executive team and all members of staff.

· Managing and measuring team and individual performance

Company Performance

· Provide regular, accurate, timely reports to the General Manager on the financial, operational and strategic activities of the function. Reporting of department performance for Board

· Manage and monitor budgeted set key performance indicators

· Effectively manage resourcing to ensure service delivery and productivity performance are attained

Why you should come work with us

· Collaborative, encouraging environment, where your input is expected

· Free daily boot camp at the on-site training gym

What You’ll Need to Apply

- 5+ years post study experience as an accountant

- Experience with Financial Analysis and Reporting

- Excellent knowledge and experience with all office-based technology including a high level with the Microsoft suite of products.

- Knowledge of Finconnect software (an advantage, but not essential)

- CA or CPA qualification (an advantage, but not essential)

Your Skills/Attributes

- Ability to lead and communicate well.

- Team player

- Action orientated, works effectively and is full of energy to identify opportunities/gaps.

- Organisation agility, through getting tasks completed through all required channels

- Proven skills in managing performance

- Demonstrated ability to coach and develop people

Hours and Location

· 9 Month Maternity Contract - commencing in August 2025

· Monday to Friday

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How many years' experience do you have as an accountant? How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? Have you worked in a role which requires experience with financial analysis and modelling? What's your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

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