Assistant Accountant

HireWays is a New Zealand family-owned hire company started from humble backyard beginnings. Today Hireways is located in the lower North Island servicing the area and wider, having branches in Palmerston North, Masterton, Wellington and Whanganui. With over 25 years of experience in the field, you could call Hireways with confidence that they can provide you with the latest machinery at competitive pricing. Hireways, located in Palmerston North, is currently in search of an Assistant Accountant to join their team of over 100 staff. This position will be based in the Accounts Department, working full-time for 40 hours per week alongside a direct team of 8 members. As part of Hireways, which operates multiple business entities, you will hold a crucial position within the company. Your responsibilities will revolve around maintaining precise financial records, demonstrating a keen eye for detail, and upholding the highest standards of compliance. Your role will be instrumental in ensuring the company's financial accuracy and regulatory adherence. Highlighted Responsibilities: 

• Handling and documenting daily financial transactions such as payments, invoicing and receipts
• Managing and maintaining financial records
• Reconciling accounts payables and receivables
• Updating and reconciling ledgers, bank accounts, and databases
• Monitoring and managing company expenses
• Contributing to the preparation of finance reports, encompassing Profit and Loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Assisting the team in budgeting and forecasting activities

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated expertise in a comparable position, displaying a solid grasp of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in utilizing accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail and precision
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Superior communication and interpersonal aptitude
• Capability to work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team

Hireways is consistently evolving to maintain its leading position in the industry, and as a result, they are seeking individuals who share their drive and vision to become part of their team. An attractive salary package, along with possibilities for professional growth and career advancement, awaits prospective candidates. If you are a skilled and motivated Assistant Accountant looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we highly encourage you to apply today. In order to apply for this position, it is necessary that you are situated in New Zealand and possess the legal authorization to work in a full-time permanent role. The recruitment for this role is being managed by PN Personnel. For more information, please feel free to contact Christine Hanning on 06 280 2400.  #J-18808-Ljbffr