Finance Assistant

The Company

Our client is an established, privately owned New Zealand property business with a strong presence in the local market. With a focus on developing and managing quality property projects, they have built a reputation for delivering considered, long-term outcomes across the industry.

Operating from a centrally located office, the business offers a close-knit and collaborative working environment where people take pride in what they do. This is an opportunity to join a successful organisation with an established finance function and work alongside an experienced Finance Manager.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this is a hands-on Finance Assistant position covering a 12-month parental leave period. You will play an integral part in the day-to-day running of the finance function, taking ownership of a broad range of transactional accounting responsibilities across multiple entities.

This is a varied, end-to-end role suited to someone who enjoys being across the detail, keeping things running smoothly and taking pride in maintaining accurate financial records.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the end-to-end accounts payable function, including invoice processing, coding and payment runs.
• Overseeing accounts receivable, including invoicing, allocations and debtor follow-up.
• Completing regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Managing intercompany transactions and recharges.
• Processing creditor payments and responding to supplier queries.
• Assisting with GST preparation and supporting relevant statutory reporting.
• Maintaining accurate financial records across the business.
• Providing general finance and accounting support to the Finance Manager as required.

Your Profile

We're looking for someone who is confident managing transactional finance processes and enjoys working in a hands-on, varied position. You'll ideally bring:

• Previous experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar accounting role.
• Strong end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable experience.
• Confidence completing bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Exposure to GST preparation or returns.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to liaise with both internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive, reliable attitude with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Apply Today

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For a confidential discussion, contact Harneet Dhami, Kelsey Llewellyn or Jarrad Carmichael at Robert Half Auckland on 099156700

Reference Number: 06900-0012824181

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