Senior BAS Accountant

Moore Markhams; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5 hour week

Parking nearby

Extra day off on Easter Tuesday

Family-friendly

Social club & team events

Job summary

Moore Markhams Otago Limited, Dunedin, is seeking a professional accountant to join our long-standing firm with over 75 years of local service. The role offers school-hours (~25) or full-time (37.5 hours) options in Dunedin, with opportunities for development and mentoring in a supportive team.

Your background includes a CA qualification (or equivalent) and at least 4 years of accounting experience, plus strong NZ tax knowledge, proficiency with Xero and Xero Practice Manager, and excellent

Qualifications

• CA qualification (or equivalent) and a minimum of 4 years’ accounting experience.
• Strong NZ tax and compliance knowledge.
• Proficient with Xero and Xero Practice Manager; MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Support a portfolio of clients and provide business advisory services across various industries and structures
• Prepare and review financial statements and workpapers to our standards
• Prepare and file tax returns (IRD compliance)
• Assist with complex tax matters, tax planning, and group structures
• Prepare cashflow forecasts and management reports as required
• Maintain direct communication with clients and other key stakeholders
• Support the accounting team with technical queries and workflow assistance
• Provide training and mentoring to junior staff as required

Skills

Accounting

Tax Knowledge

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

CA qualification or equivalent

Tools

Xero

Xero Practice Manager

Microsoft Office

Job description

Moore Markhams Otago Limited is a long-standing local accounting firm and has been a trusted part of the Dunedin business community for over 75 years. With an additional office in Queenstown, our team continues to grow, but our commitment to our people and local communities remains central to everything we do.

We’re skilled, approachable, and passionate about helping clients succeed – and we know that success starts with our people. Our culture is supportive, respectful, focused on wellbeing, and we provide many opportunities for professional development. We work hard, but we enjoy ourselves too, with regular social events, a team that celebrates each others success, and a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. Our low staff turnover is something we’re proud of – and we think it says a lot about who we are.

Why choose Moore Markhams Otago?

• Interesting and varied work across a range of clients and industries
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 37.5 hour working week (or school hours) on an hourly rate, with paid overtime as and when required
• Carpark on or near site
• Extra day off on Easter Tuesday
• Family-friendly
• Active social club and regular team events

Summary

This is a school-hours (~25) or full-time (37.5 hours) role, Monday to Friday (8:30am – 5:00pm), based in our Dunedin office.

Part-time applicants are welcome to apply.

Key responsibilities

• Support a portfolio of clients and provide business advisory services across various industries and structures
• Prepare and review financial statements and workpapers to our standards
• Prepare and file tax returns (IRD compliance)
• Assist with complex tax matters, tax planning, and group structures
• Prepare cashflow forecasts and management reports as required
• Maintain direct communication with clients and other key stakeholders
• Support the accounting team with technical queries and workflow assistance
• Provide training and mentoring to junior staff as required

About You

• CA qualification (or equivalent) and a minimum of 4 years’ accounting experience
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of NZ tax and compliance
• Competency with Xero, Xero Practice Manager, Microsoft Office, and an openness to learn new systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
• A positive, professional attitude and the ability to be a role model to others
• A collaborative, team-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement

Key relationships

Reports to: Manager

Other internal relationships: Directors, Associates and all other staff

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