Finance & Administration Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Finance & Administration Specialist to support our New Zealand office. This hands‑on position combines day‑to‑day finance and accounting duties with the responsibility of being the primary onsite contact for office administration.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the full set of accounts, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, balance‑sheet reconciliations and support month‑end / year‑end closing.
• Process daily cash receipts, payments, GST returns and ensure compliance with IRD requirements.
• Support PAYE, KiwiSaver and other statutory reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cash‑flow monitoring.
• Manage inventory reconciliations, landed‑cost accounting and fixed‑asset depreciation schedules.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, banks and other professional service providers.
• Provide onsite administrative support, coordinate office supplies, facilities and vendor arrangements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• CA ANZ, CPA Australia or equivalent qualification preferred (completed or in progress).
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in trading, wholesale, distribution or inventory‑based businesses.
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand GST, PAYE, KiwiSaver and statutory reporting requirements.

Required skills