Location: Northland
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Reference: SC12037
- Northland-based role that offers a unique mix of work-life balance and equity partnership potential in the longer term for the aspiring.
- If becoming a partner is not your ultimate goal, this is role is just a great long-term lifestyle role. Get in touch to learn all about this exclusive opportunity.
About the firm
Our client is an established boutique CA firm with a sizeable and loyal client base consisting of SME businesses operating across a range of industries.
Over the years, the firm has developed a highly successful business model based on relationships, innovation and making a meaningful difference in the lives of their clients and their community.
Nestled in the heart of an idyllic part of Northland, this progressive firm has fully embraced new trends in the accounting profession and is proud of its technology-driven approach while being true to its core values – care, collaboration and continual growth.
About the role
Sustained growth and current team dynamics have created the opportunity for a technically well-rounded chartered accountant to join the firm in a key senior role. The firm has approximately 11 full-time staff and this is envisaged to be a 2IC role, or the most senior role under the director.
Key Responsibilities:
- manage a diverse client portfolio, acting as their first point of contact and trusted advisor.
- prepare GST returns, cashflows, financial statements, and tax returns for your clients as needed.
- work closely with the team to ensure all client work is completed on time.
- support the Director with tasks such as budgets, financial analysis, and dividend calculations and shape client success stories by delivering insights beyond numbers.
- train and assist clients and team members with Xero.
- opportunity to work on special projects or process improvement initiatives.
This role requires the talents of a confident business services senior accountant or client manager who can see the big picture beyond the numbers. You will play a key role in helping the firm’s clients achieve their goals and be evolving success stories in their respective industries.
About the successful candidate
- at least 4-5 years of experience in a Chartered Accounting role, ideally with client management experience.
- CA or CPA qualification (or you’re almost there) with a drive to stay ahead of industry trends
- genuine interest in accounting and helping businesses succeed
- strong communication skills and the ability to build good relationships
- understanding and empathetic approach to people’s needs
- the ability to manage your time, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
- practical, problem-solving attitude
- familiarity with Xero (ideally a Xero certified professional or willing to become certified)
- willingness to embrace new technologies that improve how the firm, and their clients work
What is on offer
- competitive salary commensurate with experience
- professional CAANZ membership fees paid
- up to $5,000 to help with relocation costs
- flexible working options: shorter office hours, part-day Fridays, work-from-home arrangements of up to 2 days per week, and the ability to customise your work schedule to suit your lifestyle.
- an annual budget for training and career development opportunities, including attending industry conferences
- clear career growth path, whether you want to move into management, become an associate director, or work towards partnership (with mentoring along the way).
- fun team events and social activities throughout the year
- employee wellbeing support programmes designed to create a healthy and supportive work environment
To register your interest and learn more, please get in touch with Steve Ignatov in our Auckland office on (09) 962 5687 / 021 286 1114 or email your CV to steve@scirecruitment.co.nz or claire@scirecruitment.co.nz quoting reference number sc12037. Alternatively, you can apply online by clicking on the APPLY NOW button.
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