Assistant Accountant (Hybrid) – Auckland, NZ

About the role

Walshe Group is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant to join its Auckland finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will work across Australian and New Zealand entities, handling month‑end close, reconciliations and reporting while gaining exposure to outsourced finance services for airline, tourism and travel clients.

Key responsibilities

• Execute month‑end close activities for AU and NZ entities.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, pre‑payments and balance‑sheet reconciliations.
• Produce financial reports for internal stakeholders and client finance teams.
• Support projects, system improvements and broader business initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of experience in an accounting or assistant accountant role.
• Working towards CA ANZ or CPA qualification (study leave and financial assistance provided).
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational, analytical abilities and attention to detail.
• Japanese language skills are an advantage.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Experience with an ERP or cloud accounting system (e.g., Sage Intacct).
• Solid understanding of journals, accruals, pre‑payments and balance‑sheet reconciliations.

What we offer

• Collaborative SME environment that values curiosity and initiative.
• Broad exposure beyond a standard assistant accountant role with a clear path to Senior Accountant.
• Modern cloud finance systems (Sage Intacct).
• Hybrid working arrangement after successful probation.
• Opportunity to work with leading airline, tourism and travel brands.