Senior Accountant at Grant Thornton New Zealand

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Statements, Consolidations, vCFO Services, Tax Documentation, Xero, Excel Modelling, Client Relationship Management, Mentoring, Problem Solving

Industry

Accounting

Description

Be part of a team where you can be yourself, do meaningful work and enjoy it. · Auckland CBD with flexible working options · Inclusive, down-to-earth culture where you can be yourself · Competitive benefits that reflect how much we value our people We’re looking for a Senior Accountant (BAS) to join our Auckland team and play a key role in delivering exceptional client outcomes while growing your own career. At Grant Thornton New Zealand, we are a collaborative, down to earth team that values authenticity, flexibility and high performance. As part of our global organisation, Grant Thornton New Zealand offers a wide range of audit, tax, and advisory services to clients across various industries. Our dedicated teams, led by experienced partners, strive to provide high-quality solutions and help our clients achieve their business goals. What you’ll be doing: This role goes beyond compliance - you’ll work closely with clients as a trusted advisor and contribute to meaningful business decisions. Play a crucial role in providing exceptional accounting services to our clients. Apply your expertise in preparing complex budgets/forecasts, monthly financial reporting/dashboards, year-end financial statements (including some large consolidations), and providing valuable insights to help our clients optimise their financial performance. This role is perfect for an experienced and ambitious accountant who is highly organised, structured in approach, enjoys working in a collaborative environment and thrives in an agile and fast-paced setting. Assist in delivering vCFO services including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting Prepare complex financial statements, including large consolidations and compilations Prepare monthly reports, forecasts, and tax related documentation Participate in advisory projects, providing insights and support aligned with client needs Build strong client relationships, becoming a key point of contact over time Contribute to advisory and commercial projects Mentor junior team members and help foster a positive team culture About you: You’re commercially minded, detail-oriented, and ready to step up. Minimum 3 years of experience in a CA environment Strong Excel skills (modelling, analysis and reporting) Proficient in Xero (experience with MYOB and other systems a bonus) Progressing toward or holding a CA or CPA qualification High attention to detail with strong problem-solving ability Confident communicator with a collaborative approach Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or similar) Working rights in New Zealand About Our Culture Our people are what set us apart. You’ll work alongside approachable leaders who genuinely invest in your development. We value balance, celebrate success, and create space for you to grow—professionally and personally. Expect: Open, collaborative teams Real recognition for your work Continuous learning and development An environment where you can thrive—not just survive What we offer Flexible working + “earn your Friday afternoon back”, additional parental leave + return to work support, $1,040 per year for fitness & gym memberships, fully funded social club, a day to volunteer, cultural swap days, dress for your day, plenty of professional development and membership fees, laptop and mobile phone provided and a genuinely supportive, social workplace. To qualify for this role, you must have a pathway to residency or be a NZ Resident or Citizen. Apply today and shape your career!

Responsibilities

The role involves providing exceptional accounting and vCFO services, including preparing complex financial statements, budgets, and forecasts. The Senior Accountant acts as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering financial insights and mentoring junior team members.