Accounts Assistant

23 hours ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join the newly established Finance and Assurance team. This team was created to bring in-house a currently outsourced set of accounting services.

He kōrero mō mātou | About us
He Pou a Rangi Climate Change Commission is an independent Crown entity that drives climate action in Aotearoa New Zealand. We provide independent, impartial advice to the Government on both mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change, and we monitor and review the Government's progress towards its emissions reduction and adaptation goals.
Since establishing in December 2019, we have released advice on the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme, agricultural emissions pricing, the foundational Inaia tonu nei: a low emissions future, which included advice on the country's first three emissions budgets and the first emissions reduction plan.
**For more information our work programmes**: Our upcoming work » Climate Change Commission (climatecommission.govt.nz)
We recognise the importance of te ao Māori. We uphold the treaty partnership by ensuring our work reflects Māori views and Te Tiriti o Waitangi The Treaty of Waitangi.

Te Tūranga | The role's
The Accounts Assistant will perform routine parts of the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as well as other general accounting duties.

Ngā herenga | This role will involve

**The Accounts Assistant role will involve**:

- Processing basic and routine functions related to accounts payable and/or accounts receivable and general accounting duties, including invoicing, payment advice, performing bank reconciliations, compiling debtor statements and statutory returns and preparing related documentation and correspondence.
- Support the development and completion of procurement planning and implementation.
- Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations as part of month end and year end process and assisting with the preparation of the annual financial statements.
- Supporting the wider commission with finance related questions

He kōrero mōu | About you

**To be considered for this role you will have**:

- A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.
- Growing knowledge of an organisation's accounting procedures.
- Understanding of spreadsheets, data analysis and reconciliation procedures.
- Strong administrative and procedural skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Demonstrated high levels of integrity.
- An understanding of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and Te Ao Māori.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Highly effective planning and organisational skills, including time management and prioritising work in a complex work environment.

Ngā ritenga | What we offer
- The chance to make a difference to Aotearoa New Zealand
- An office with harbour views in the centre of Wellington
- Flexible working
- Five weeks annual leave
- Annual wellbeing allowance

The full salary range for this role is $ 63,040 - $ 94,560. We expect that the successful applicant's starting salary will be in the lower two thirds of this range.

He pēhea tō tono mai | How to apply
We embrace diversity and inclusion and are committed to equality and equity.
To be considered for this role you must be able to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Te rā kati | Application close date

  • Accounts Assistant

    3 days ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand Momentum Consulting Group Full time

    Permanent opportunity - $60-70,000 per annum DOE - Vibrant team culture Our client is a Kiwi owned and operated business looking for a motivated Accounts Assistant to join their vibrant, high-performing team. Reporting to the Finance Manager you will be working to support the internal accounts department and growing your experience across the board to...

  • Assistant Accountant

    23 hours ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand HAYS Full time

    Assistant Accountant position based in the Porirua region ! **Your new company** This privately owned organisation is looking to on board a skilled assistant accountant to join their growing team, this company is based in Porirua and offers free onsite parking. **Your new role** In this role you will be working closely with the wider finance team assisting...

  • Assistant Accountant

    3 days ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand HAYS Full time

    We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join a friendly and diverse Financial Accounting Team **Your new company** This locally owned government agency is well recognised across New Zealand. Your new company offers an innovative and supportive work environment where career progression and development are actively encouraged. **Your new role** As a...

  • Assistant Accountant

    3 days ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Ministry of Justice Full time

    Ma te huruhuru ka rere te manu. - Adorn the bird with feathers so it may soar._ **Te whiwhinga mahi/The Opportunity** This is an exciting time to join our financial accounting team as several significant projects are planned or underway. This is a role that will give you variety, responsibility, and development. As an Assistant Accountant your...

  • Assistant Accountant

    3 days ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Ma te huruhuru ka rere te manu. Adorn the bird with feathers so it may soar. Te whiwhinga mahi/The Opportunity This is an exciting time to join our financial accounting team as several significant projects are planned or underway. This is a role that will give you variety, responsibility, and development. **As an Assistant Accountant your responsibilities...

  • Assistant Accountant

    23 hours ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand HAYS Full time

    Assistant Accountant role paying a competitive salary **Your new company** This organisation is well respected In the market and has been in business for 10+ years, they are currently based in the Porirua region but will be moving closing to Wellington in the near future. **Your new role** - Prepare IRD, GST and FBT - Maintain fixed assets - Balance...

  • Assistant Accountant

    2 weeks ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand HAYS Full time

    Assistant Accountant role based in Wellington City with WFH offered **Your new company** Your new company is based in Wellington City but plays an important purpose across both New Zealand & Australia. **Your new role** - Perform month end duties such as posting GL - Balance sheet reconciliations - Accounts payable processing & Accounts Receivable - Bank...

  • Assistant Accountant

    1 week ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand H2R Consulting Full time

    **Location**: Wellington Type: Contract or Temp Reference: 658357 **H2R Consulting** are currently looking on behalf of an Upper Hutt based organisation, for a talented Assistant Accountant!!! This role is for a minimum of 3 months Pay: $40-$42.00 per hour plus 8% holiday pay. Based at the Upper Hutt office. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the...

  • Assistant Accountant

    1 week ago

    Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Randstad New Zealand Full time

    We are seeking an Assistant Accountant for a permanent role based in Wellington CBD. This position is ideal for an ambitious individual looking to level up their accounting career or currently progressing through Chartered Accountant (CA) studies.The core function of this role is to support accounting activities, focusing heavily on accounts receivable...

  • Assistant Accountant

    23 hours ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Are you an avid learner wanting to grow in the accountancy field? This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive and collaborative team that will help kick start your accounting career. Te tūranga - The role The Finance Unit is part of The Reserve Bank of New Zealand's critical group to ensure banks financial operations are efficient and represent...