Accounting & Finance
Fixed Term
Auckland
Posted 25/03/2026

Senior Accountant

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About the Opportunity
This is a role with end-to-end responsibility for all core financial processes. This is a varied and hands-on contract opportunity, ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, ownership, and making a meaningful impact in a short period.

You will undertake a range of core accounting tasks so to hit the ground running you will have strong technical expertise.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Managing and reviewing payroll processes 
  • Supporting month-end reporting, including preparation of management accounts and commentary 
  • Assisting with responses to official information requests 
  • Contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and annual financial statement preparation 
  • Providing information for audit requirements 
  • Developing and improving standard operating procedures and internal controls
What You’ll Bring
  • CA qualification or equivalent
  • Competence in both financial and management accounting 
  • A process improvement mind-set to support change
  • Payroll experience
What’s on Offer
  • A three-month fixed term contract with potential extension
  • A broad, challenging interim role with real responsibility 
  • Opportunity to work across the full finance function 
  • Exposure to complex and meaningful work, including public sector reporting 
  • The chance to make a tangible contribution.
Next Steps? 

To keep things simple, we ask that all applications are submitted through this advert. We’ll review applications as they come in and be in touch.

For any questions give Sarah White a call on 027 505 3472 and quote Job ID: 17458 for a confidential chat.

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.  

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