Senior Management Accountant

Wools of New Zealand; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wools of New Zealand in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Senior Management Accountant to support financial performance and governance. Reporting to the CFO, you will deliver accurate financial reporting, maintain robust controls, ensure statutory compliance and support decision-making across the organisation.

You will lead monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, inventory accounting, budgeting, forecasting and cashflow reporting, manage FX and treasury, and assist with

Qualifications

• CAANZ qualification or equivalent required.
• Minimum five years in financial or management accounting.
• Strong month-end processing and reporting experience.
• Experience with governance, compliance and audits.
• Proficient in Xero, MYOB, Excel and Cin7.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and ledger integrity.
• Manage inventory accounting and reconciliations.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cashflow reporting.
• Handle FX reporting and treasury activities.
• Ensure GST, FBT and PAYE compliance.
• Support external audits and financial statements.
• Collaborate with managers across the business.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

CAANZ or equivalent qualification

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Cin7

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Management Accountant to join our team in Christchurch and play a key role in supporting the financial performance and governance of our business. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a senior finance position with responsibility for delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining robust financial controls, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting business decision-making across the organisation.

Key Priorities of the Role

This position has ownership and accountability for:

• Completion of monthly balance sheet and carpet inventory reconciliations.
• Delivery of the month-end close process and management reporting.
• Management of the foreign exchange (FX) book, treasury reporting and currency exposure monitoring.
• Preparation and oversight of GST, FBT, PAYE and other statutory compliance requirements.
• Independent review and second sign-off of payroll processing and payroll controls.
• Maintaining financial integrity across Xero, inventory systems and supporting financial platforms.
• Supporting annual audit requirements and ensuring strong financial governance and internal controls.

About the Opportunity

This is a varied and influential role where you will work closely with the CFO, CEO and leadership team to provide accurate financial information, analysis and insights that support strategic and operational decision making.

You will be responsible for:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting
• Balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining ledger integrity
• Inventory accounting and reconciliation activities
• Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow reporting
• Managing foreign exchange reporting and treasury activities
• Statutory compliance including GST, FBT and PAYE returns
• Supporting annual financial statements and external audits
• Working closely with managers across the business on financial performance.

About You

To be successful, you will be a highly capable finance professional who thrives in an environment where accuracy, accountability and attention to detail are critical.

You will bring

• Chartered Accountant (CAANZ) qualification or an equivalent professional accounting qualification
• At least five years' experience in a financial accounting or management accounting role
• Strong experience managing month-end processes and financial reporting
• Experience working within robust compliance, audit or governance environments
• Advanced knowledge of Xero, MYOB and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Cin7 or a comparable inventory management system
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with managers across all levels of the business.

What Sets This Role Apart

This is not a role that requires close supervision. We are looking for someone who can take ownership of their responsibilities, manage competing priorities, identify issues before they become problems, and maintain high standards of accuracy and compliance. At the same time, success in this role requires a collaborative approach. You will work closely with the wider team and contribute positively to the culture and success of Wools of NZ.

Audit and Control Environment

Given the nature of our business and governance requirements, this role operates within a strict audit and compliance framework. Applicants must have a proven ability to follow processes, maintain accurate records, meet reporting deadlines, and ensure the highest standards of financial control and documentation.