Financial Accountant

Cottonsoft Limited; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer seeks a Financial Accountant to lead an accounts team, manage financial reporting, and ensure compliance. The role offers a hybrid working environment, thorough onboarding, and a supportive team atmosphere. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with strong financial skills and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Hybrid working environment

Free onsite car parking

Onsite gym at head office

Free weekly take-home product allowance

Heavily discounted products

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Broad accounting and finance experience with understanding of IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Leading a small accounts team delivering accurate processing of receivables and payables.
• Preparing and delivering monthly financial reports and cash forecasts.
• Managing the Balance Sheet and preparing associated Head Office reports.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Communication

Attention to Detail

Leadership

Education

CA, CPA, or equivalent

Tools

Excel

ERP

Job description

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For over 35 years, we've been a proud FMCG manufacturer and distributor of market-leading, high-quality, sustainably made toilet and tissue paper products throughout New Zealand. Our well-loved portfolio of retail and commercial brands includes Paseo, CottonSofts, KiwiSoft, Tuffy, CUTE & CO., EarthSmart, and Livi. Our product range includes toilet roll, facial tissue, paper towel, nappies, and wipes. We have a Cottonsoft team of 200 employees across New Zealand and three manufacturing sites—two in the North Island and one in the South Island.

The Role

As our Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for:

1. Leading a small accounts team delivering accurate and efficient processing of receivables and payables
2. Managing the Balance Sheet and preparing associated Head Office reports
3. Preparing and delivering monthly financial reports and cash forecasts
4. Preparation of year-end financial reports
5. Insurance management for the business
6. Responsibility for basic tax and company compliance requirements
7. Leading projects
8. Ensuring the finance team remains up to date with industry best practices and regulatory changes

About You

Qualified accountant (CA, CPA, or equivalent) with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience.

Broad accounting and finance experience with a good understanding of IFRS.

Experience with large accounting systems (ERP).

Proficiency in financial reporting, planning, and analysis with a high level of attention to detail.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

A willingness to learn and develop both finance skills and leadership skills.

Expertise in Excel and other Microsoft Office products.

Experience working with database products and reporting tools.

What We Offer

Hybrid working environment with opportunities to WFH on Mondays and Fridays.

Thorough onboarding and training for this role, along with a supportive team environment.

Free onsite car parking.

Onsite gym at head office.

Free weekly take-home product allowance.

Heavily discounted products.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Cottonsoft is committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants based on merit, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.

If you believe your skills and experience can add value to our Finance Team and you're excited about an opportunity to develop and grow with a company that values its people, please apply below.

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• What's the highest level of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualification that you have completed?

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