Senior Financial Accountant

5 days ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Watercare Full time

Senior Financial Accountant - 14 months fixed termKi te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangataWhen the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthyWatercare is the largest water and wastewater utility in New Zealand supplying more than 400 million litres of water to Auckland every day.
Now is an exciting time to join Watercare, we're planning to spend $18.5 billion over the next 20 years to ensure we can continue to support our growing city in a climate-resilient way.
When you average that out, that's an investment of $2.5 million every day.We ensure that sustainability lies at the heart of everything that we do to help protect our water resources for future generations.
This means that we are continuously focused on how we can reduce our carbon footprint with initiatives like solar panels, electric cars, revegetation programmes, and much more.
We really are a company that wants to make a positive difference.We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Financial Accountant to join our team for fixed term (14 months) parental leave cover.In this role, you will report directly to the Financial Reporting and Analysis Manager and play a crucial part in ensuring the timely and accurate execution of month-end, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements.
Your work will support management, the Board, and external stakeholders contributing to our organization's financial transparency and decision-making processes.
You will adopt an internal customer-centric approach, collaborating closely with various departments to understand their needs and provide tailored financial insights and support.This includes:Success through comprehensive monthly management reports, showcasing financial performance with detailed balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow insights.Leading seamless external reporting processes, ensuring clarity, compliance, and stakeholder confidence.Unlocking growth potential by analysing performance trends, identifying both challenges and opportunities for continuous improvement.Forecasting future financial health with precise balance sheet and cash flow projections supporting strategic decision-making.Guiding half-year and year-end audits, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and regulatory compliance.Strengthening financial integrity through accurate month-end journals, laying the foundation for reliable financial data.Providing expert technical accounting guidance, empowering teams to navigate complex financial scenarios with confidence.Maintaining financial accuracy by reviewing and preparing balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring alignment and accountability.Demonstrating compliance and efficiency through the preparation of FBT, R&D, and income tax returns, contributing to the organization's financial sustainability.If you are a proactive and meticulous financial professional with a passion for excellence and a continuous improvement mindset, we would love to hear from you.
You will have highly developed technical and analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and adaptable communication skills.
The following skills and attributes are required:Experience in a senior financial accounting role.Strong technical financial accounting skills.Knowledge of income and deferred tax is preferred.Ability to deliver solutions on time while prioritising workload across multiple deadlines.Team player with a keenness to share knowledge and help others grow.Exceptional relationship-building skills to engage with the wider business.We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits package including:Hybrid flexible workingEmployee discounts at a range of large retailersModern offices in the heart of Newmarket with easy access to public transportDiscounted parkingAccess to a free onsite gymMe pehea te tono mai | How to ApplyCome and join our team
If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team, then please apply online today - www.careers.watercare.co.nz.
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