Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant job description

The Accounts Assistant supports the finance team by handling day-to-day transactional accounting tasks and ensuring timely and accurate financial processing. This role is essential for maintaining accurate records across accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger functions.

Accounts Assistant duties and responsibilities of the job

Key responsibilities of an Accounts Assistant include:

Processing supplier invoices and preparing payment batches in line with company policies

Reconciling bank statements and resolving discrepancies

Managing accounts receivable, including debtor follow-ups and cash allocations

Assisting with month-end journal entries and ledger reconciliations

Maintaining accurate records to support audit readiness and compliance

Preparing GST returns and supporting PAYE and FBT calculations in accordance with IRD requirements

Supporting credit card reconciliations and employee expense processing

Liaising with New Zealand-based suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries

Ensuring data accuracy across financial systems (e.g. Xero, MYOB, SAP)

Assisting with ad hoc reporting and continuous process improvements

Accounts Assistant job qualifications and requirements

A diploma or degree in accounting or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have 1–3 years’ experience in a similar finance support role.

Requirements include:

Demonstrated experience in accounts payable and receivable

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reconciliations and processing

Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g. Xero, MYOB, SAP) and Microsoft Excel

Working knowledge of IRD obligations, including GST, PAYE, and FBT

Ability to meet deadlines and manage high-volume processing

Strong communication skills for liaising across New Zealand-based stakeholders

A proactive and organised approach to problem-solving

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Salary for Accounts Assistant

75000 - 85000

25th percentile

75000

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.

50th percentile

80000

The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.

75th percentile

85000

The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialised certifications.

Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or KiwiSaver.

Projected salaries for related positions

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25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

Assistant Accountant

85000

90000

95000

Accountant

100000

115000

125000

Company Accountant

110000

120000

135000

Group Accountant

130000

155000

180000

Accounts Payable Officer

65000

75000

85000

Accounts Payable Manager

95000

120000

140000

Accounts Receivable Officer

65000

75000

85000

Accounts Receivable Manager

95000

120000

140000

Financial Accountant

105000

115000

130000

Senior Financial Accountant

120000

130000

140000

Corporate Accountant

130000

145000

160000

Cost Accountant

115000

140000

160000

Management Accountant

120000

140000

160000

Senior Management Accountant

140000

155000

170000

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