24 September 2025
Assistant Accountant

 September 24, 2025 
Consult Recruitment NZ > 24 September 2025Assistant Accountant

24 September 2025
Assistant Accountant

About the Company
This is a Kiwi-owned, high-growth engineering business delivering smart, sustainable solutions. With operations across New Zealand and Australia, and plans to enter new global markets, the company combines technical excellence with a supportive, down-to-earth culture and strong long-term vision.

About the Role
This newly created role plays a critical part in the financial function of the business as they prepare for global expansion. Supporting the CFO, the role offers scope, challenge, and learning in an exciting SME poised for multinational growth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare monthly management accounts, annual reports, and support working papers.
  • Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, suppliers, and customers to ensure financial accuracy.
  • Manage accounts payable, international shipping documentation, and logistics compliance.
  • Handle customer invoicing and payroll using Xero.
  • Support GST filing, rental contracts, and associated invoicing.
  • Assist with stocktake valuations and inventory tracking.
  • Ensure accurate and timely PAYE compliance and filing.
  • Support general finance admin as needed.

So who are you and what is your profile?
You’re part-qualified (or currently studying) towards your CA qualification and bring at least two years’ experience in a similar accounting role, ideally within engineering or manufacturing. You’re confident working with Xero and are comfortable with Excel. You have strong attention to detail, a positive, can-do attitude, and a natural curiosity about how the wider business operates. You're keen to grow your skills in a supportive environment where your development is encouraged, and your contribution is valued.

This role is handled by Zoe Lynch at Consult, please click the link below to apply as it helps us manage applications.

Applicants for this position should be currently living in New Zealand & have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit. Unfortunately, we cannot consider your application without this.

Studies have shown that women and people from under-represented backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles where they don't match the job description criteria exactly. If you're excited about this role, but your experience aligns less than 100%, we encourage you to apply.
  • Full-time, permanent position based in Rosedale
  • Salary $75K-$80K supportive environment
  • Kiwi-owned SME expanding into international markets

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