Position Details

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior NZ Accountant to manage New Zealand accounting, taxation, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on experience with NZ tax regulations, and the ability to manage client relationships professionally.

This role requires expertise in preparing financial statements, handling tax compliance, managing statutory requirements, and ensuring timely delivery of client engagements with high accuracy and quality.

1. Financial Statements & Tax Compliance

• Prepare annual financial statements for:

  • Sole Traders

  • Rental Property Owners

  • Companies

  • Trusts

• Prepare and lodge NZ income tax returns including IR3, IR4, IR6, and IR7.

• Prepare GST returns and reconcile GST accounts.

• Review trial balances and general ledgers for accuracy and completeness.

• Identify tax planning opportunities and raise them with senior staff.

• Ensure compliance with NZ accounting and taxation standards.

• Prepare and file Annual Company Returns.

• Maintain and update Companies Office records.

• Update shareholding, director, and company details when required.

• Ensure all statutory and regulatory filings are completed within deadlines.

• Communicate professionally with clients regarding:

  • Information requests

  • Compliance deadlines

  • Queries and clarifications

• Build and maintain long-term client relationships.

• Provide timely responses and high-quality client support.

• Escalate complex accounting or taxation matters to senior accountants or directors when required.

• Use accounting software efficiently, including:

  • Xero

  • SuiteFiles

  • IRD systems

• Maintain accurate client records and working papers.

• Follow internal compliance and quality control procedures.

• Assist in improving internal workflows and templates.

• Timely completion of assigned jobs.

• Accuracy of financial statements and tax returns.

• Minimal rework or corrections.

• Client satisfaction and retention.

• Compliance with filing deadlines.

• Effective workload management.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:

  • NZ Tax Legislation

  • GST

  • Income Tax

  • Trust Taxation

  • Payroll Compliance

• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero preferred).

• Strong Excel and reporting skills.

• High attention to detail.

• Strong time management skills.

• Ability to work independently and within a team.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• High level of confidentiality and integrity.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• 4–5 years of experience in NZ Accounting and Taxation.

• Experience working with NZ-based clients will be an added advantage.