Financial Accountant

Madison Recruitment is partnering with a well-established New Zealand retail and distribution business seeking an experienced Financial Accountant for an immediate contract assignment of approximately 2-3 months.

This is a hands-on role supporting the CFO across financial reporting, compliance, cash management, forecasting, and business performance analysis. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned contractor who can quickly add value, work autonomously, and hit the ground running. 

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Month-end and year-end reporting
  • Balance sheet, bank, stock and sales reconciliations
  • GST, FBT and other tax compliance obligations
  • Cashflow forecasting and treasury support
  • Financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting
  • Payroll reporting and support
  • Management of third-party finance providers and key stakeholders
  • Process improvement and finance systems enhancements
  • Supporting business performance reporting and decision making 

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

  • Proven Financial Accountant experience in a medium to large organisation
  • Strong month-end, reporting and compliance expertise
  • Excellent Excel skills and exposure to BI reporting tools
  • Solid understanding of New Zealand tax and accounting standards
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
  • Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage across all levels of the business
  • Contractor mindset with the ability to start immediately or at short notice

What’s On Offer:

  • Immediate contract opportunity
  • Approximate 2-3 month assignment
  • North Shore location
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Broad and varied role with exposure to senior stakeholders
  • Supportive and collaborative environment

Apply Now If you’re an experienced Financial Accountant available for an immediate contract opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, contact: Adam Napper on 027 457 2676 or at: adam.napper@madison.co.nz

Applications are managed exclusively by Madison Recruitment.

Adam Napper
Manager - Professional Services