Assistant Accountant
Stellar Recruitment ·www.stellarrecruitment.com
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About the Role
Join a high-performing finance team as an Assistant Accountant. Reporting to senior leadership, you will support the day-to-day financial operations while developing your technical skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Monday - Friday Standard Business Hours with flexible start times.
Key Responsibilities
What's on Offer
Our client is a well-established, values-driven organisation that prides itself on fostering a supportive, family-oriented culture. With a strong focus on integrity, respect, and long-term relationships, they provide an environment where employees are valued, developed, and empowered to succeed.
About You
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Join a high-performing finance team as an Assistant Accountant. Reporting to senior leadership, you will support the day-to-day financial operations while developing your technical skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Monday - Friday Standard Business Hours with flexible start times.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing accounts payable and receivable transactions
- Performing bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Supporting month-end and year-end processes
- Assisting in financial reporting and analysis
- Maintaining accurate and compliant financial records
- Ensuring adherence to internal controls and NZ regulatory standards
- Preparing and posting journals, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments
- Liaising with internal stakeholders and external partners
- Act as back up for Payroll when required
What's on Offer
- Flexible Hours
- Health Insurance
- Career Progression
- Exposure to a broad range of accounting functions
- Potential CA support for the right candidate
- Small, collaborative finance team with strong mentorship
- A genuinely supportive, people-first culture
- A workplace that values balance (workloads are manageable, even around month-end)
Our client is a well-established, values-driven organisation that prides itself on fostering a supportive, family-oriented culture. With a strong focus on integrity, respect, and long-term relationships, they provide an environment where employees are valued, developed, and empowered to succeed.
About You
- Degree in Accounting (or related discipline)
- 3+ years’ experience in a finance or accounting role
- Understanding of accounting principles and processes
- Experience supporting finance functions across multiple entities or business units (desirable)
- Experience using accounting systems (e.g. Xero, MYOB)
- Intermediate Excel skills and attention to detail
- Fixed asset register experience (Desirable)
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
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Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Assistant Accountant role?
Stellar Recruitment is hiring for the Assistant Accountant position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Assistant Accountant job located?
The Assistant Accountant role with Stellar Recruitment is based in NZ - Hawkes Bay, NZ. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Assistant Accountant role remote?
Yes — the Assistant Accountant position at Stellar Recruitment is hybrid. Candidates based in NZ are preferred.
What does the Assistant Accountant role pay?
Stellar Recruitment lists the Assistant Accountant role at NZD 75,000–90,000 per year.
Is the Assistant Accountant role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Stellar Recruitment.
What experience level is the Assistant Accountant role?
The Assistant Accountant position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Assistant Accountant role at Stellar Recruitment?
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