Temporary Assistant Accountant

5 months ago


Canterbury, New Zealand Stellar Recruitment Full time

**Contract Type**:

- Contractor**Location**:

- NZ - Canterbury - South Island**Industry**:

- Accounting**About the Company**:
Our client is a forward-thinking agri-business (currently in growth mode) driven to support a sustainable future for New Zealand farming. They offer a complete solution for farming businesses with personalised advice. Based in Ashburton they make farming life easier for their customers.

**About the Role**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Safeguard ATS shareholder value.
- Prepare monthly reports and analyze budget deviations.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
- Handle IRD/RWT/Income Tax reconciliations and payments.
- Oversee regular bank reconciliations.
- Support finance department with clerical tasks.
- Complete Department of Statistics returns.
- Maintain internal control procedures.
- Enforce credit control policies, manage overdue debtors.
- Process non-Retail Supplier Invoices, ensure accurate payments.
- Handle supplier reconciliations and resolve queries.
- Assist with clerical duties and special projects for Finance Team.

These responsibilities contribute to streamlined financial operations and organizational goals.

**About You**:

- 3+ years' relevant experience.
- Proven accounting expertise.
- Cultivate positive relationships with stakeholders including financial partners, auditors, IT vendors, tax authorities, and others.
- Proficient in utilizing company systems and technology.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective prioritization and proactive teamwork.
- Enthusiastic, dedicated to excellence, and customer-focused.
- Exemplary professionalism in work approach and presentation.
- Team collaboration with independent capabilities.



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