Senior Accountant / Manager

Markhams Clarke Craw Ltd; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Extra day off on Easter Tuesday

Family-friendly workplace

Active social club and regular team–or

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Moore Markhams Otago is seeking an experienced accounting professional to lead quality initiatives and support continuous improvement across the firm. You will work closely with Directors and Managers to deliver exceptional client service and maintain high standards.

This is a flexible role that can be shaped around your skills and interests in technical accounting, mentoring, and operational improvement, with a strong emphasis on training and development.

Qualifications

• CA qualification (or equivalent) and significant accounting experience in public practice.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, compliance requirements, and practice workflows.
• Experience in training, mentoring, coaching, or professional development programmes is advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting and compliance support at Senior Accountant level when required.
• Prepare and review financial statements, tax returns, and related documentation as required.
• Support the development and implementation of firm-wide quality initiatives.
• Assist Directors with special projects and operational initiatives.
• Contribute to the firm’s training and professional development programme.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Mentoring and coaching

Training and development

Education

CA qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you're an experienced practitioner who thrives on developing people, strengthening systems, and enhancing quality standards, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

This is an opportunity to step into a varied and influential role within a well-established and respected firm. You'll work closely with our Directors and other Managers, contributing to the ongoing success of the business through quality initiatives, technical expertise, process improvement, and project work.

The role offers flexibility to be shaped around your skills, experience, interests, and career aspirations. Whether your strengths lie in technical accounting, quality management, mentoring others, operational improvement, or a combination of these areas, we'll work with you to create a role that is both rewarding and impactful.

We're a professional, approachable team that genuinely enjoys helping our clients and each other succeed. We believe a great workplace is built on support, respect, collaboration, and opportunities for growth. Alongside challenging and meaningful work, you'll find a team that celebrates success, enjoys regular social events, and values work-life balance.

As a locally owned firm, we're also committed to giving back to the communities in which we live and work. We proudly support a range of local charities, community organisations, and initiatives, and value the opportunity to make a positive contribution beyond the workplace.

Why choose Moore Markhams Otago?

• A unique opportunity to make a meaningful contribution beyond a traditional client-facing accounting role.
• A varied and flexible position that can be tailored to your skills, experience, interests, and career goals.
• Exposure to a broad range of work across quality management, technical accounting, client advisory, process improvement, and special projects.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A 37.5-hour standard working week on an hourly rate, with paid overtime when required. Hours are negotiable for the right candidate.
• On-site or nearby parking.
• An extra day off on Easter Tuesday.
• A family-friendly workplace.
• An active social club and regular team events.

As a Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining the firm’s quality standards, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and contributing to the delivery of exceptional client service. This is a flexible role that can be tailored to suit the successful candidate’s skills, experience, interests, and professional goals, while supporting the firm’s commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and exceptional client service. Working closely with Team Managers and Directors, you will help drive consistency, technical excellence, and best-practice processes across the firm.

Key responsibilities

• Provide accounting and compliance support at Senior Accountant level when required.
• Prepare and review financial statements, tax returns, and related documentation as required.
• Support the development and implementation of firm-wide quality initiatives.
• Assist Directors with special projects and operational initiatives.
• Contribute to the firm’s training and professional development programme.

We're looking for an experienced accounting professional who is passionate about quality, continuous improvement, and supporting the development of others and clients.

You are someone who enjoys improving systems and processes, maintaining high standards, and helping people succeed. You have exceptional attention to detail, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the confidence to engage with staff at all levels across the firm and clients from diverse industries and backgrounds.

You are highly organised, proactive, and solutions-focused. Others see you as approachable and supportive, and you naturally take the lead when it comes to driving improvements and sharing knowledge. You enjoy working collaboratively and understand the important role that training, coaching, and quality assurance play in creating a high-performing team.

CA qualification (or equivalent) and a minimum of 4 years' accounting experience

What You’ll Bring

• CA qualification (or equivalent) and significant accounting experience in public practice
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, compliance requirements, and practice workflows
• Experience in training, mentoring, coaching, or professional development programmes would be advantageous
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Competency with Xero, Microsoft Office, and an openness to learn new systems
• A proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
• A collaborative and supportive approach with a genuine interest in helping others succeed

Key relationships

Reports to: Directors

Other internal relationships: Directors, Associates, Managers and all other staff

External relationships: Clients, CAANZ, IRD, Financial Institutions, Banks