Branch Accountant - Support Office

Join our Branch Accountant team at PlaceMakers. You will be part of our wider Finance & Commercial team, managing the accounting needs of 6 branches in Wellington and Bay of Plenty. You will be instrumental in providing an operational accounting & support function to ensure that all financial and planning obligations are met. Ensure all daily, weekly and monthly tasks are completed on a timely basis while building strong stakeholder relationships. Responsibilities include:

• Review & complete daily bank reconciliations
• P&L and Balance Sheet reviews with Branch Operators
• Work with the sales team to ensure accuracy of margin reporting and the enhancement of margin
• Preparation of Monthly and Year-End reports, both internal and external
• Maintaining the Fixed Asset register
• Assist with Capex requests
• Annual Budget reviews
• Monitoring and analysis of branch performance against targets

This is a full-time permanent role, offering 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday. This role can be based in our Support Office in Penrose Auckland or from one of our branches in Wellington. About you: We are looking for an Accountant who has a real passion for what you do. With strong problem-solving capability and exceptional attention to detail, you have a can-do attitude. Proven experience within both financial and management accounting processes. Key attributes we’re looking for:

• Be a Chartered Accountant or be in the process
• Have at least 3 years’ experience in accounting
• Proven experience in reconciliation & forecasting
• Exposure to accounting packages/ERP systems, of which JDE would be an advantage
• Ideally have experience in an inventory management business – Retail, warehousing, stock
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships in remote locations

Join Us: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. If this role interests you but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together. Pre-employment checks including references, medical, drug test, and a Criminal background check are required as well as the legal right to work in NZ indefinitely. We are proud of the incredible diversity of people who make up our business! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees across our national network of branches throughout New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr