Management Accountant, New Zealand Accounting

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Prepare monthly, bi-monthly, and quarterly management accounts for a diverse client portfolio.

• Generate management reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses.

• Analyze financial performance to identify business trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Account for inventory movements, gross margins, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, and financing arrangements.

• Investigate unusual variances and address client inquiries.

• Prepare annual financial statements for companies, trusts, partnerships, and sole proprietors.

• Complete and self-review compliance work, encompassing workpapers and reconciliations.

• Develop budgets and basic forecasts.

• Maintain client relationships and convey financial information in a clear manner.

• Prepare logical and well-structured workpapers.

• Manage workflow and time budgets effectively to meet deadlines.

• Record time in real-time on timesheets and meet productivity targets.

• Prepare income tax returns and GST returns.

• Assist with GST-related inquiries.

• Calculate tax obligations for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals.

• Conduct tax research and apply relevant legislation accordingly.

• Identify tax planning opportunities and escalate complex issues as needed.

• Take ownership of both individual and team assignments.

• Provide recommendations and timely solutions.

• Assess information, identify obstacles, and propose courses of action.

• Understand role responsibilities, technical requirements, and broader business implications.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in public practice accounting.

• Practical experience with New Zealand accounting and taxation.

• Proven experience in preparing management accounts and annual financial statements.

• Strong grasp of accounting fundamentals, including inventory, margins, accruals, and prepayments.

• Experience interacting with clients from various industries.

• Familiarity with importing goods, inventory management, and goods in transit is preferred.

• Proficiency in Xero or other cloud-based accounting software is required.

• Full-time availability is essential.

• Monday to Friday work schedule.

• Availability from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM PH time; may start earlier but no later than 7:30 AM and must complete 8 working hours.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Flexible working arrangements.