Accountant

2 days ago


Manawatu, New Zealand Palmerston North City Council Full time

Palmerston North City Council – Manawatu CountyMake a Difference: Contribute to the development of Palmerston North City while enjoying a fulfilling career that positively impacts our community.Learning and Development Opportunities: Take your career to new heights with Learning and Development opportunities within Palmerston North City Council.Benefits: We do more than just pay you a salary too. We have awesome benefits to support you including 5 weeks annual leave and hybrid working.About the Role | Ko te mahi neiWe are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our Corporate Services Group. In this role, you will support accurate financial reporting for the Council, ensuring compliance with New Zealand accounting standards. You'll play a crucial part in preparing monthly and annual financial reports, maintaining data integrity, and supporting audit and tax processes. If you're passionate about finance and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this is a great opportunity to make an impact within the community.This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.Your focus in this role will include:Preparing monthly and annual financial reports with accuracy and timeliness.Conducting balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining data accuracy within the ERP system.Supporting period-end processes, including journal entries and accruals.Assisting with tax return preparation and ensuring regulatory compliance.Participating in ERP system testing to uphold data integrity.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather and report financial data.We are looking for an analytical thinker with a solid accounting background who can work collaboratively with a high-performing team. You should have a strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously within a dynamic environment.To excel in this role, you should possess:A Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or Finance (essential).Preferably full CA membership with CAANZ (or working towards it).A minimum of 3 years' experience in a medium to large finance team, with management accounting experience desirable.Strong IT skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent communication skills for building relationships and influencing stakeholders.High initiative and flexibility, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.About usPalmerston North (or as we like to call it, Palmy) is a growing, innovative and exciting city. With small city benefits and big city ambition, Palmy has secured its place on the map as a creative and exciting city, with leading innovation and developments We're proud to be a city that includes, supports, connects and uses the talents of the whole community in our pursuit to provide a connected and safe community. We're also a future-focused city who cares about enhancing our natural and built environment. Our future looks bright, it looks vibrant and progressive.What we offer:Competitive remuneration between $81,495 and $95,876, with a 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution (where eligible).5 weeks annual leave and a community service day every year.Hybrid working principles.Free access to our on-site fitness equipment.Confidential counselling service.Waiata group.Various wellbeing spaces, including parents' room and wellness/prayer room; we value our employee experience.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all those suitably qualified for this position.
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