Senior BAS Accountant

Fluid Recruitment Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Central Christchurch location

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Fluid Recruitment Limited in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Senior BAS Accountant to join a well-established mid-tier Chartered Accounting firm. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, including rural and agricultural businesses, and provide practical accounting and business advice.

With 6+ years in NZ public practice and CA qualification (or studying towards it), you will prepare and review financial statements, GST, tax returns and compliance work while growing advisory and

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience within New Zealand public practice.
• Strong BAS and compliance experience.
• Experience working with rural/agricultural clients is highly desirable.
• CA qualified or working towards your CA qualification.
• Confident communicating with clients and managing your own portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, including rural and agricultural businesses.
• Prepare and review financial statements, GST, tax returns and compliance work.
• Build strong relationships with clients and provide practical accounting and business advice.
• Work closely with Partners and senior team members on more complex client matters.
• Opportunity to further develop your advisory and client-facing skills.

Skills

BAS experience

Public practice

Client communication

Education

CA qualification / studying

Job description

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior BAS Accountant to join a well‑established and highly regarded mid‑tier Chartered Accounting firm in Christchurch.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their public practice career, working alongside an experienced team and managing a diverse portfolio of clients, including a strong rural and agricultural client base.

The Opportunity

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, including rural and agricultural businesses
• Prepare and review financial statements, GST, tax returns and compliance work
• Build strong relationships with clients and provide practical accounting and business advice
• Work closely with Partners and senior team members on more complex client matters
• Opportunity to further develop your advisory and client-facing skills

About You

• 6+ years' experience within New Zealand public practice
• Strong BAS and compliance experience
• Experience working with rural/agricultural clients is highly desirable
• CA qualified or working towards your CA qualification
• Confident communicating with clients and managing your own portfolio

What's on Offer?

• $80,000 - $110,000 salary, depending on experience
• Central Christchurch location
• Diverse client portfolio with exposure to the rural sector
• Strong opportunities for career development and progression
• Supportive and experienced team environment