Accounting and finance jobs in Canterbury.

Budgeting and forecasting · Building financial models · Partnering with stakeholders

Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel capability; proven FP&A experience including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting; commercial judgement; clear communication; CA, CPA, CFA or equivalent professional qualification.

Administering rates and invoices · Maintaining financial records · Assisting customers with payments

Experience in a customer-focused finance or administration role; accounts receivable applicants: experience in invoicing, debt follow-up and reconciliations; high digital literacy and confidence using financial systems, databases and Microsoft Office

Processing supplier invoices · Reconciling supplier statements · Supporting finance activities

Processing invoices · Reconciling statements · Supporting audits

Strong numeracy and accuracy, confidence with Excel and Microsoft Office, clear communication, organization, initiative, and problem-solving skills. ERP experience useful but not essential.

Processing invoices · Managing debt collection · Preparing reconciliations

3+ yrs3+ years accounts receivable or similar finance experience; SAP and Business Central; accounting principles; credit management; debt collection; Microsoft Office; process improvement; pre-employment Ministry of Justice check and medical/drug test.

Analyzing financial data · Modeling pricing and cashflow · Supporting commercial decisions

2+ yrs2+ years commercial analytical experience; proficiency in Excel, PowerBI, and data cubes; strong data analysis, interpretation, and communication skills; ability to build relationships and deliver actionable insights.

Processing payroll · Maintaining employee records · Generating payroll reports

3+ yrs3+ years' payroll experience; strong knowledge of payroll procedures and legislation, including Income Tax and the Holidays Act; knowledge of Individual and Collective Employment Agreements

Processing payroll · Resolving timesheet queries · Improving administrative processes

Preparing financial reports · Reconciling balance sheets · Supporting audits

CA ANZ, CPA Australia or equivalent professional accounting qualification; strong accounting principles, journals, reconciliations, financial reporting; numerical accuracy; attention to detail; Excel proficiency; ability to manage deadlines.

Analysing financial datasets · Developing exception reporting · Investigating financial irregularities

Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, data analytics or a related discipline, and/or appropriate professional accounting qualification or substantial equivalent experience; experience developing exception reporting, dashboards and analytical monitoring tools; experience supporting assurance, audit, compliance reviews or investigations

Managing audit engagements · Preparing client reports · Mentoring audit teams

2+ yrs2+ years’ experience as an Audit Manager; experience working in a Big 4 audit environment; technical audit and statutory reporting expertise; knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Presenting audit findings · Reviewing written advice · Recommending client solutions

3+ yrs3+ years audit experience in a corporate CA environment; demonstrated ability with IFRS and International/NZ accounting standards

Presenting audit findings · Reviewing written reports · Advising on audit risks

3+ yrs3 to 4 years' audit experience in a corporate CA environment; professional qualification (CA or equivalent); demonstrated ability with IFRS and International/NZ accounting standards

Leading month-end processes · Preparing management reports · Partnering with operational leaders

5+ yrsCA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification; degree in accounting or a related discipline; at least 5 years’ experience in a Management Accountant or similar commercial finance role; expertise in month-end reporting, budgeting, forecasting and balance sheet reconciliations

Providing financial information · Preparing budgets and forecasts · Analyzing capital expenditure requests

Bachelor of Accounting or Bachelor of Business; verifiable experience in financial and inventory management; knowledge of manufacturing processes, cost analysis, warehouse management systems and financial management systems

Leading payroll team · Ensuring payroll compliance · Improving payroll processes

Strong experience in complex New Zealand payroll environments; knowledge of Holidays Act, Employment Relations Act, KiwiSaver, IRD; experience leading payroll professionals; systems like PayGlobal, MYOB, Datacom or Dayforce; legal right to work in New Zealand.

Analyzing revenue data · Developing reports · Supporting process improvements

Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent practical experience in analytical, commercial, financial, technical or operational environment; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience with Excel, Power BI, SQL or similar; right to work in New Zealand.

Supporting month-end close · Preparing journals and reconciliations · Assisting with GST and FBT returns

Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or nearing completion; strong attention to detail and analytical skills; Microsoft Office proficiency; professionalism and confidentiality; pre-employment Ministry of Justice check and medical/drug test required.

Developing Excel products · Testing models · Providing technical support

1+ yrBachelor's degree in Mathematics, Finance, Engineering, Economics or related field; advanced Microsoft Excel; ideally 1-2 years analytical or product development experience; full working rights in New Zealand.

Advising on tax implications · Analyzing complex tax matters · Delivering client engagements

Relevant experience in a New Zealand tax, accounting, legal or consulting environment; strong foundation in New Zealand taxation; technical capability in tax compliance, complex tax analysis or historical tax exposure investigations

Supporting financial management · Preparing budgets and reports · Administering funding and grants

Strong accounting background; proven experience; confidence using Xero or similar software; capable user of the MS software suite; commitment to using or learning Te Reo Māori

Leading financial strategy · Providing commercial advice · Overseeing treasury and risk

CFO or equivalent senior finance leadership experience; CA membership of CA ANZ or equivalent; strong board-level finance and risk reporting; proven commercial and strategic leadership; experience leading a multifunctional finance team.

Leading tax engagements · Managing client relationships · Coaching junior team members

Demonstrated experience in GST, customs, international trade or related indirect tax; strong project and stakeholder management; collaborative leadership; experience with tax technology, data analytics, ERP or visualization tools advantageous.

Leading indirect tax engagements · Managing tax risks · Coaching junior team members

Experience in GST, customs, international trade or related indirect tax; experience delivering advisory or compliance engagements

Managing audit engagements · Developing client relationships · Coaching junior team members

4+ yrs4+ years' external audit experience; recognised professional accounting qualification or active progress (CAANZ, CPA, ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent); relevant bachelor's or master's degree; strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, particularly IFRS

Leading internal audit engagements · Evaluating control effectiveness · Coaching junior team members

3+ yrs3+ years’ experience in audit, internal audit, controls assurance or risk advisory roles, with exposure to internal controls and assurance methodologies

Preparing financial statements · Preparing tax compliance work · Supporting client decision-making

2+ yrsAt least two years’ experience in Business Advisory or a similar accounting role; tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline; CA ANZ or CPA membership, or actively working toward completion; financial reporting and compliance expertise

Analysing investment opportunities · Building financial models · Preparing investment recommendations

4+ yrs4+ years’ experience in deals, valuations, corporate finance, due diligence, investment banking or consulting; bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics or a related discipline

Leading client portfolio · Overseeing tax compliance · Developing team capability

Tertiary qualification in accounting, commerce, business or related discipline; CA or CPA desirable; significant professional experience in accounting, tax and advisory; proven people leadership; strong commercial acumen.