Junior Accountant – Balance Sheet Control

6 days ago

Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand Resolution Life Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$80,000 per year

About Resolution Life

Resolution Life Australasia is one of the leading life insurers in Australia and New Zealand, with ~ 1 million customers with superannuation, investments and life insurance policies, managing approximately A$30 billion in assets and have 1,000 employees across Australia and New Zealand.

We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, foster an inclusive, collaborative and flexible working environment, where everyone can thrive. We are a fully enterprise agile organisation, and will support your professional growth and reward your contribution.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support our Balance Sheet Control function to join our team on a 12 month contract. This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who is eager to learn and grow within a structured finance environment. You'll assist in maintaining accurate financial records, performing reconciliations, and supporting month-end processes under the guidance of senior team members.

How will you make an impact?

  • Assist with the preparation and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
  • Support the month-end close process by preparing journal entries and reviewing account balances.
  • Help investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial data.
  • Maintain documentation and audit trails for balance sheet transactions.
  • Collaborate with other finance team members to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in financial processes and controls.
  • Assist in preparing reports and schedules for internal and external audits.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or currently studying).
  • Up to 2 years of experience in accounting or finance (internships or graduate roles welcome).
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
  • Familiarity with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
  • Good communication and organizational skills.

Why Join Us?

At Resolution Life Australasia, we provide a flexible work environment and access to a range of employee benefits that will support you both personally and professionally including:

  • Career pathways, including local and global mobility opportunities
  • Leading Learning Platforms and support in professional development
  • Health and Wellbeing Programs

Accessibility and Checks

Before commencing employment in this role, you will need to provide two references, full working rights and complete police and credit checks through an online provider. As an equal opportunity employer strongly committed to working in a diverse and inclusive workforce you will be provided with any support or accessibility requirements throughout your interview process. Please feel free to contact our Talent Team directly at

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