Manufacturing Accountant

5 days ago

Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand Fletcher Building Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year
General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Category

Finance

Business

Laminex New Zealand

Location

Auckland, Taupo

Job Reference

41998

Posted Date

24-Nov-2025

Closing Date

23-Dec-2025

Description

About Us

Laminex New Zealand, part of Fletcher Building's Building Products division, is a trusted name in innovative design solutions. With a new plant underway in Taupō on the horizon, it's an exciting time to join a growing business. We're proud of our welcoming, people-first culture where everyone feels valued. You'll be joining a friendly, experienced team who are passionate mentors and ready to support your success.

About The Role

The Manufacturing Accountant role is pivotal in supporting our Plant Managers, Commercial Lead Team, and National Manufacturing Manager by delivering accurate, timely, and insightful reporting that drives informed decision-making. You'll take ownership of site manufacturing GL, reports, analyses, budgets, forecasts, and product costings, ensuring the integrity of cost and management accounting data. Your expertise will help us understand performance, control costs, and plan for future growth, making you a key partner in the success of our manufacturing operations.

This role offers flexibility to be based in Auckland, Hamilton, or Taupo, with regular travel to our Taupo and Hamilton manufacturing sites. If you're not Auckland-based, you'll also travel to Auckland as needed to stay connected with the rest of the Commercial team.

What you'll do

  • Deliver accurate and timely forecasts and month-end management reports and KPI insights for Plant Managers and operations team.
  • Analyse manufacturing variances and review site performance against budget and cost centre spend.
  • Ensure integrity of product cost data in BPCS and maintain accurate standard costs.
  • Prepare annual manufacturing budgets and ensure compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.
  • Manage capital expenditure requests, monitor WIP, and maintain the Fixed Asset Register and depreciation schedules.
  • Track and update capex reporting for accurate cashflow forecasting.
  • Drive process improvements and innovate reporting to meet evolving business needs.
  • Collaborate with the wider finance team on ad hoc projects and provide backup support when required.

What we're looking for

  • Degree in Accounting or Finance, with a CA certification (or currently studying towards a CA certification).
  • 3–5 years' experience in manufacturing environment with expertise in costing and/or financial accounting.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to influence across teams.
  • Advanced Excel skills, BPCS knowledge and Power BI experience.
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.
  • Adaptability and an innovation mindset to support business growth with evolving business requirements,

Why join Laminex?

  • Be part of a leading brand with a strong reputation in the building industry.
  • Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise drives real impact.
  • Competitive salary and benefits, plus opportunities for professional development.

Studies indicate that some females and minority groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria. If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement.

Our teams thrive on diversity, embracing various nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.

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