Strategic Accountant: Budgeting, Forecasting & Controls

Randstad Group; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking an experienced Accountant for our Wellington finance team. You will provide high-level financial advice, monitor and report on financial results and ensure strong financial management across operations.

You will partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning. The role requires 3+ years in management accounting, a Bachelor’s in Accounting, and familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP/Oracle or Xero.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of practical experience in a management accounting or finance role.
• Bachelor degree in Accounting or equivalent practical experience; CA-level qualification desirable.
• Experience with major ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) or cloud accounting (Xero).

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing financial advice and support budgeting, forecasting and decision-making.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on financial results; manage assets; support month-end and year-end processes.
• Oversee tax obligations and assist with audits; respond to audit queries.
• Support leadership with long-term financial planning and risk management.

Skills

Financial accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor Degree

CA qualification desirable

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Xero

Job description

Randstad is seeking an experienced Accountant for our Wellington finance team. You will provide high-level financial advice, monitor and report on financial results and ensure strong financial management across operations.

You will partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning. The role requires 3+ years in management accounting, a Bachelor’s in Accounting, and familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP/Oracle or Xero.