Rockgas Accountant at Firstgas

New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accuracy, Process Improvement, Organization, Analytical Skills, Financial Accounting, Management Reporting, Reconciliations, Compliance, Budgeting, Forecasting, Automation, Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Commercial Awareness, CA Membership

Industry

Utilities

Description

Company Description What is our story? At Clarus Group you’ll be part of the talented, hardworking team who help safely deliver the vital energy New Zealand needs to thrive today and in the future. We began in Taranaki and our head office is in New Plymouth, but our Rockgas, Firstgas, Firstlight, Flexgas and Gas Service NZ operations span the length and breadth of Aotearoa — so you’re never far away from our good energy. Clarus Group is helping drive sustainability by laying the foundations for the decarbonisation of our network and developing green alternatives like New Zealand’s first renewable biomethane and hydrogen pipeline projects. We care about the communities where we live and work and are guided by principles of inclusiveness, kaitiakitanga and excellence. Job Description We’re on the hunt for a talented Accountant who loves accuracy, thrives on improving processes, and enjoys turning numbers into insights that help our Rockgas business hum. If you’re organised, analytical, and keen to get stuck into a broad mix of accounting activities, this role gives you the chance to add real value — and be genuinely appreciated for it. What you’ll do: As part of the wider Clarus Finance team, you’ll deliver trusted financial accounting services to Rockgas — ensuring integrity, compliance, and best practice every step of the way. This varied, interesting role gets you close to the business and the business leaders, with key responsibilities including: Producing accurate, timely financial information and analysis each month — including management reporting, journals, accruals and balance sheet reconciliations Producing product, sales and margin reporting across regions and channels Supporting essential compliance activities such as year-end audit prep, GST, FBT, Statistics NZ, MBIE and NZTA returns Leading the Rockgas budgeting and forecasting processes Spotting opportunities to simplify, automate or improve financial processes and systems, and supporting or leading improvement initiatives Qualifications What you’ll bring Along with being a great team player who brings initiative, positivity and a sense of fun, you’ll have: A tertiary accounting/finance qualification and CA membership Strong commercial accounting experience Solid understanding of management, financial, regulatory and tax reporting Excellent knowledge of accounting standards Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities Advanced Excel capability Great stakeholder and relationship management skills Clear, confident communication and a practical, solutions‑focused approach Curiosity, commercial awareness and a drive to deeply understand how a business works Experience supporting a Business Unit or providing finance services across multiple teams would be an advantage. Additional Information What we can offer you: You’ll be valued for who you are, rewarded for what you do and supported to thrive. Along with a competitive salary we offer up to 1 week’s additional leave and medical and death insurance cover. We’ll fuel your development, keep you at the top of your game and help you build the career you want. Our award-winning wellness programme recognises you’re more than the job you do and supports you with initiatives like access to professional wellbeing services for you and your whānau. You’ll get to work in a safe, healthy environment, supported by great people who want to see you succeed. Apply Now: Want to work for a company where your experience and expertise are valued and rewarded? Want to work where you’re supported to succeed and surrounded by great people? Fill your workday with good energy at Clarus/Rockgas by clicking the link below before applications close on 10 April 2026 or get in touch with Jacqui Cummack on Jacqui Cummack for a copy of the full job description. We will be processing and progressing applications as they come in so make sure you get yours in early. Department: Finance Compensation: NZD 95000 - NZD 115000 - yearly

Responsibilities

The Accountant will deliver trusted financial accounting services to Rockgas, focusing on producing accurate, timely financial information, analysis, and supporting essential compliance activities like year-end audit preparation. Key duties also involve leading the Rockgas budgeting and forecasting processes and identifying opportunities to simplify or automate financial processes.