Senior Accountant
Are you a driven accountant ready to take on a senior role in a supportive, forward-thinking team? We’re looking for someone who can combine technical excellence with great communication to help our clients succeed.
About the Firm
We are a well-established and highly reputable Chartered Accountants practice based on the Kapiti Coast, proudly servicing clients across the lower North Island and throughout New Zealand. Our team is passionate about delivering high-quality financial and advisory services to a diverse client base.
We stand out for our clear, responsive communication and our proactive approach to helping clients manage their businesses and tax obligations. We believe that good advice starts with great relationships. As a forward-thinking firm, we embrace the latest in technology and AI-driven solutions, ensuring our processes are efficient and that we can pass these benefits on to our clients.Whether it’s cloud accounting, automated workflows, or advisory tools, we’re always looking to improve how we work and how we can support our clients’ success.
About the Role
As a Senior Accountant, you will be an advisor to an established client portfolio with a wide range of industries and client types and will play a crucial role in providing exceptional accounting services to our clients. You will have the opportunity to apply your expertise in preparing end of year financial accounts for larger businesses, Cashflow forecasts, GST/ FBT return preparation, and providing valuable insights to help our clients optimize their financial performance.
Meeting with clients, reviewing staff work, continually upskilling and inspiring the team are key requirements of the role.
This role is perfect for an experienced and ambitious accountant who is highly organised, enjoys working in a collaborative environment and thrives in an agile and fast-paced setting.
Key responsibilities will include:- Preparing annual financial statements for companies, trusts, partnerships, and sole traders
- Preparing income tax, GST, and FBT returns
- Liaising directly with clients to obtain information and provide guidance where needed
- Using a range of accounting software including Xero, MYOB, and other cloud-based platforms
- Assisting with client queries and correspondence with Inland Revenue
- Offering leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members
About You
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a team environment and is ready to take the next step in their accounting career.
Our ideal candidate will have:- 3+ years’ experience in a CA environment
- CA or CPA qualification is preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Strong ability to concurrently undertake a multitude of tasks and to achieve multiple deadlines
- Experience with accounting software such as Xero, MYOB, and Excel
- You’ll be someone who can switch comfortably between detailed technical work and high-level client conversations.
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Paid professional membership fees
- A friendly and professional team environment
- Ongoing support and professional development
- Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries
- Flexible work arrangements
- Modern tools and systems to help you succeed
- Support and mentorship throughout the completion of your Chartered Accountants study
If you’re ready to join a modern accounting practice that values both people and innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to Jody@fullfinancial.co.nz with the subject line: Senior Accountant Application.