Senior Accountant

at  Harrison Grierson

ABOUT HARRISON GRIERSON

Harrison Grierson is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading urban development engineering and design consultancies. We’re recognised for our innovation, knowledge and outstanding client service, and for being a great place to work. Using the latest technologies and ideas, we shape new and sustainable environments, making life better for everyone. We have long standing clients and are of a size where we can take on the big projects whilst maintaining that personable feel.
We’d describe ourselves as determined, accountable and everything we do is done with integrity. Our clients are at the centre of what we do, we build a sound understanding of their needs and deliver creative solutions. It’s fair to say that our exceptional people are at the heart of our success.
About the role
We’re looking for a new Senior Accountant to join our Auckland office. As a key member of the Finance Team you’ll be responsible for accounting processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and preparing accurate financial statements. This varied role involves leadership, detailed financial analysis, and communication with senior stakeholders to enhance financial performance and strategies.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Prepare monthly consolidated accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Manage monthly journal entries and intercompany recharges, along with balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare statutory financial statements (half-year and annual) in compliance with reporting standards.
• Oversee lease accounting in accordance with IFRS 16 and maintain the fixed asset register.
• Prepare corporate tax returns, including Income Tax, GST, and FBT.
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders and leadership to provide financial advice and insights, including identifying financial trends to drive strong commercial outcomes.
• Proactively recommend actions to improve financial systems, policies, and processes.
• Manage the month-end close process, including preparation and review of management reporting, commentary, monitoring of performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Assist with the engagement with external auditors during the year-end process, including the preparation of financial statements to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.

• Drive continuous improvement and efficiencies in financial processes and ERP systems.Support the Finance Manager, Head of Finance and Leadership Team by participating in strategic projects and initiatives to enhance business performance and effectiveness.

Your skills and experience

• CA or CPA qualification plus 5+ years post qualified experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or other relevant tertiary qualification.
• Professional Services industry experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and business partnering capability to provide financial analysis and recommendations with senior stakeholders.

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and analysis with excellent Excel skills.Strong problem solving capabilities and management of multiple, often competing, priorities and deadlines.

• Prepare monthly consolidated accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Manage monthly journal entries and intercompany recharges, along with balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare statutory financial statements (half-year and annual) in compliance with reporting standards.
• Oversee lease accounting in accordance with IFRS 16 and maintain the fixed asset register.
• Prepare corporate tax returns, including Income Tax, GST, and FBT.
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders and leadership to provide financial advice and insights, including identifying financial trends to drive strong commercial outcomes.
• Proactively recommend actions to improve financial systems, policies, and processes.
• Manage the month-end close process, including preparation and review of management reporting, commentary, monitoring of performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Assist with the engagement with external auditors during the year-end process, including the preparation of financial statements to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiencies in financial processes and ERP systems.Support the Finance Manager, Head of Finance and Leadership Team by participating in strategic projects and initiatives to enhance business performance and effectiveness