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Accountant jobs in New Zealand.

23 open roles, 12 posted this week, most paying $130k to $143k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Accounting and financeToday

    BAS Intermediate/Senior Accountant

    EY · 5001+ employees

    A global professional services organization helping clients build a better working world.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior
  • Accounting and financeYesterday

    Senior Management Accountant

    Department of Internal Affairs · 5001+ employees

    A people-centred government ministry providing social policy advice and income, employment, and housing support.

    Wellington
    $114.9k-$143.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Managing financial performance · Supporting regulatory functions · Providing financial analysis

    7+ yrsProven experience in management accounting, financial analysis, or business partnering; strong analytical and communication skills; relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting or finance; at least 7 years relevant experience; legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Accounting and finance1 day ago

    Senior Management Accountant

    Department of Internal Affairs · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand government department delivering enterprise services including finance, legal, and communications.

    Wellington
    $114.9k-$143.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Managing financial performance · Supporting regulatory functions · Preparing financial analysis

    7+ yrsProven experience in management accounting, financial analysis, or business partnering; strong analytical and communication skills; relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting or finance; at least 7 years relevant experience; legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Accounting and finance1 day ago

    Manufacturing Accountant

    Gallagher Group · 1001-5000 employees

    A global security technology company protecting people, assets, and agricultural businesses.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Financial reporting · Cost accounting · Budgeting and forecasting

    CA, CPA, or CIMA qualification; degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business; experience in cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis; strong ERP and data analysis skills; understanding of manufacturing processes and costing models.

  • Accounting and finance1 day ago

    Management Accountant

    Summerset · 1001-5000 employees

    A retirement village operator providing quality aged care and lifestyle for residents.

    Wellington+1 more
    HybridFull timeEntry level

    Preparing monthly reports · Supporting budgeting · Providing financial analysis

    2+ yrsCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent; 2+ years post-graduate experience; advanced Excel; basic cost accounting; dashboarding, scorecarding, budgeting experience; strong interpersonal skills.

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance1 day ago

    Financial / Systems Accountant

    Mackenzie District Council · 51-200 employees

    A local government council delivering outcomes for the Mackenzie District.

    Fairlie, Canterbury
    $91k-$125k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Managing financial reporting · Supporting financial systems · Providing financial advice

    5+ yrsTertiary degree in Accounting with 5+ years practical accounting experience, experience with financial systems and general ledger, CAANZ membership or equivalent, strong Excel and ERP skills, legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Accounting and finance2 days ago

    Finance - Assistant Accountant

    Viridian Glass · 51-200 employees

    A glass supplier and manufacturer in Australia and New Zealand, celebrating glass and natural light.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Processing invoices · Reconciling accounts · Assisting month-end reporting

    Previous accounts payable or similar finance experience; SAP experience preferred; strong Excel skills; attention to detail; teamwork; pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening.

  • Accounting and finance3 days ago

    Management Accountant

    InterGroup · 201-1000 employees

    A leading industrial and infrastructure services business delivering essential work that underpins communities.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Preparing management reports · Analyzing financial performance · Supporting budgeting and forecasting

    Tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, or related discipline; working towards or holding CA; experience in management or financial accounting; advanced Excel and Power BI skills; strong analytical and communication skills.

  • Accounting and finance3 days ago

    Senior Accountant

    Findex · 1001-5000 employees

    A leading Australasian provider of integrated accounting, advisory, and wealth solutions.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Preparing financial statements · Managing client portfolios · Providing business advisory

    CA/CPA qualification or underway, degree-qualified accountant, business advisory experience in public practice, strong Excel and cloud accounting (Xero, MYOB) skills, commercial acumen, and ability to build client relationships.

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Accounting and finance5 days ago

    Financial Accountant

    Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) · 1001-5000 employees

    A farmer-owned co-operative supporting herd improvement in New Zealand's dairy sector for over 115 years.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Leading asset accounting · Preparing financial reports · Supporting tax compliance

    3+ yrsRequires 3+ years of accounting experience, a relevant tertiary qualification, and CA qualification or near-completion of CAANZ membership. Strong communication, analytical, systems, and relationship-building skills required.

    Retirement savings
  • Accounting and finance5 days ago

    Senior Management Accountant

    New Zealand Defence Force · 5001+ employees

    The New Zealand Defence Force provides defence and occupational health services.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Providing financial advice · Leading budgeting activities · Delivering financial analysis

    5+ yrsChartered Accountant qualification or equivalent; minimum 5 years finance experience; significant management accounting and business partnering experience; strategic financial advice and budgeting/forecasting capability; must meet NZDF security clearance citizenship and residency criteria.

  • Accounting and finance5 days ago

    Senior Financial Accountant

    AIA · 5001+ employees

    An insurance company helping people live healthier, longer, better lives.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeSenior

    Leading month-end close · Delivering financial analysis · Strengthening reporting controls

    Strong technical accounting expertise, external financial reporting, audit coordination, financial analysis, process improvement, critical thinking, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.

  • Accounting and finance11 days ago

    Accountant (Fixed Term)

    Rakon · 201-1000 employees

    A globally recognized high-technology company and leader in frequency control and timing solutions, part of the Bourns Group.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Preparing month-end reports · Assisting year-end audit · Analyzing financial reports

    3+ yrsDegree in Accounting/Finance; 3-4 years' accountant experience with multi-currency; hands-on SAP; proficient in Microsoft Excel; strong communication and attention to detail.

  • Accounting and finance11 days ago

    Senior Financial Accountant

    Reserve Bank of New Zealand · 201-1000 employees

    New Zealand's central bank, guardian of the financial ecosystem, contributing to economic wellbeing and prosperity.

    Wellington
    $128.7k-$143.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading financial reporting · Preparing statutory reports · Providing technical accounting advice

    Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification with post-qualification experience; strong financial accounting and reporting expertise; knowledge of accounting standards; experience preparing statutory reporting; advanced Excel skills; experience with large datasets.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Accounting and finance11 days ago

    Accountant

    Medenterprises · 201-1000 employees

    A healthcare company building an ecosystem of products and services, including Medrecruit and Medworld, to advance the health of medicine.

    Frankton, Otago+1 more
    HybridFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing month-end close · Preparing financial reports · Leading accounting assistants

    Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA/CA qualification or working towards it, experience with finance and invoicing systems, high computer and financial literacy, attention to detail, communication skills, and right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance11 days ago

    Accountant

    Findex · 1001-5000 employees

    A leading Australasian provider of integrated accounting, advisory, and wealth solutions.

    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Preparing tax returns · Managing client communications · Maintaining documentation

    Some experience in public practice accounting, ideally business advisory; CA or CPA qualified or working towards; broad tax, accounting, and business advisory knowledge; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    Study support
  • Accounting and finance12 days ago

    Systems Accountant

    The Warehouse Group · 5001+ employees

    A retail brand within The Warehouse Group, offering a wide selection of products and customer experiences.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Implementing system improvements · Supporting finance systems · Collaborating with teams

    CA qualified or relevant experience; experience implementing/supporting finance core systems; strong analytical skills; knowledge of accounting systems; Coupa and/or Oracle experience a bonus.

  • Accounting and finance15 days ago

    Commercial Accountant

    Metcash Trading Limited · 5001+ employees

    A leading wholesale distribution and marketing company supporting independent retailers across food, liquor, and hardware sectors.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Preparing management accounts · Overseeing reconciliations · Supporting budgeting

    3+ yrs3-5+ years commercial accounting experience; intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerBI; experience with journals, reconciliations, month-end reporting, budgeting, and forecasting; retail/FMCG/wholesale/franchise sector experience preferred.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Accounting and finance15 days ago

    Senior Asset Accountant

    SafetyNet · 51-200 employees

    A Crown company modernizing critical communications for New Zealand's emergency services and public safety sector.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeContractSenior

    Managing asset accounting · Building financial models · Strengthening controls

    Senior-level asset accounting experience including capitalisation, depreciation, disposals; advanced financial modelling (TCO, NPV, cash-flow); asset register maintenance; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent; New Zealand residency or valid work visa.

  • Accounting and finance15 days ago

    Senior National Management Accountant | Kaikaute Whakahaere Mātāmua ā-Motu

    Department of Conservation · 1001-5000 employees

    A government department protecting and restoring nature across New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $97.0k-$129.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Preparing financial reports · Providing strategic analysis · Supporting business cases

    Accounting qualification (CIMA or CA) and senior management accounting experience; experience with financial management information systems (preferably SAP), Excel and Microsoft applications; strong analytical and communication skills; valid New Zealand work visa.

  • Accounting and finance16 days ago

    Senior Client Accountant

    Perpetual Guardian · 51-200 employees

    A wealth management and trustee services company offering wills, trusts, and enduring power of attorney services.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Managing client accounts · Preparing financial reports · Ensuring compliance

    Senior client accountant role requiring accounting expertise and client management skills.

  • Accounting and finance19 days ago

    Accountant

    Webuild S.p.A. · 5001+ employees

    A global infrastructure group delivering complex, high-quality projects in New Zealand and worldwide.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing project finances · Preparing financial reports · Monitoring project costs

    3+ yrsBachelor of Commerce, Accounting, Finance or equivalent; CA, CPA or equivalent preferred; 3-5 years project accounting or construction finance experience; ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, Pronto; strong financial reporting and cost control skills.

  • Accounting and finance25 days ago

    Senior Accountant - Remote opportunity

    Findex · 1001-5000 employees

    A leading Australasian provider of integrated accounting, advisory, and wealth solutions.

    New Zealand
    RemoteFull timeMid level

    Preparing financial statements · Preparing tax returns · Managing client engagements

    Proven accounting experience in public practice, strong knowledge of New Zealand taxation, CA or CPA qualification advantageous, ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

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