Senior Accountant (Fixed-term to 06 Oct 2026)

placeWellington calendar_month 

Central Wellington office location

  • Free WoF's and other employee benefits

We are looking for a detail-driven Senior Accountant to support our Finance Manager and play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial and management reporting.

If you enjoy ownership, variety, and being the steady hand in a busy finance environment, this role will suit you well. This is a fixed-term position until 06 October 2026.

About the role:

You'll assist the Finance Manager and wider finance team to carry out and complete financial and management reporting requirements, including preparation of monthly financials, stock, NZTA reconciliations, budgeting support, and management reporting.

You'll also contribute to business case modelling, maintain strong audit-ready documentation, and ensure data accuracy across systems such as SAP and Adaptive Insights. Your work will directly support operational teams and leadership decision-making.

What you'll bring:

  • 1-3 years' experience in a similar accounting role
  • Full CA ANZ membership
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Experience preparing annual financial statements
  • Confident communicator who works well under pressure
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, and SAP
  • A collaborative, customer-focused approach

Who you'll work with:

You'll collaborate with the Finance Manager, wider finance team, our Wellington support office staff, branch teams, and external partners including NZTA, suppliers, banks, and customers.

What makes you a great fit:

You're organised, proactive, and comfortable juggling deadlines. You communicate clearly, build strong working relationships, and take pride in producing accurate, reliable financial information. You're also someone who stays current with industry practices and enjoys supporting others.

Apply Now:

If you have any queries, please email careers@vtnz.co.nz with your query or call Rhonda on 027 335 8267.

We do not accept emailed applications - please apply online to complete the online questionnaire and attach a copy of your cv as part of the application process.

At VTNZ we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.

We are screening applications as they come in, so please apply today.

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