Group Management Accountant - Te Awamutu
Senior Finance Role | Multi-Entity Scope | Based in Waikato
About Us:
Waipa Civil is a well-established civil construction company based in the Waikato, known for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects throughout the region. We’re part of a wider group of companies involved in civil services, support trades, and property development - all underpinned by a hands-on, practical approach and strong local relationships.
Our group includes long-standing operators and emerging ventures, and we pride ourselves on doing things properly - with integrity, reliability, and a commitment to building lasting value. The Group Management Accountant plays a key role in supporting this vision through sound financial oversight and practical coordination across multiple businesses.
Position Overview:
We’re looking for a high-performing Group Management Accountant to take ownership of financial operations across Waipa Civil and the wider portfolio of related companies.This is a senior, trusted role overseeing group-level financial reporting, banking and cash flow, tax and compliance, and high-level admin systems. You’ll work closely with directors, external accountants, and office managers to ensure financial accuracy, system consistency, and well-managed risk across the group.
You’ll also play a key role in property development transactions - from funding and settlement tracking to managing distributions and compliance.
This role requires proven expertise across all three disciplines:
- Financial management
- Accounting and compliance
- Senior-level office administration and systems oversight
Key Responsibilities:
- Group Financials – Prepare monthly reporting and forecasts as required; work with external accountants on year-end accounts across multiple entities.
- Banking & Cashflow – Manage group banking, oversee liquidity, direct inter-company transfers, and maintain forward visibility of cash requirements.
- Compliance & Taxation – Ensure on-time, accurate filing of GST, PAYE, and income tax; support Companies Office requirements; liaise with external advisors.
- Payroll Oversight – Oversee payroll systems and processes; monitor accuracy of leave, entitlements, and reporting across group companies.
- Admin Systems & Controls – Set standards and support Office Managers to ensure consistency in systems, approvals, and document handling.
- Property Development Support – Track legal and financial documents for property sales; coordinate settlements and cash distribution; liaise with banks, lawyers, and external stakeholders as required.
- Cross-Group Support – Provide financial coordination, documentation, and support for group-wide initiatives, new entity setups, and director-level requests.
- Ad-Hoc High-Trust Tasks – Support company administration, strategic initiatives, and finance-related projects as directed.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in senior finance or management accounting roles with oversight of multiple entities.
- Expertise in Xero and deep familiarity with NZ financial compliance.
- Strong commercial judgement, initiative, and a hands-on approach.
- Confidence handling sensitive information, banking access, and company-level obligations.
- Excellent communication and the ability to coordinate across diverse teams.
What We Offer:
- A high-trust, stable position in a diversified group with ongoing growth and development projects.
- Direct engagement with directors and decision-makers.
- A broad, multi-entity scope with day-to-day variety and strategic oversight.
How to Apply
If you’re keen, send your CV and a short cover letter to Careers at careers@waipacivil.co.nz with the subject “Group Management Accountant”.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa