11 results for Accounts Assistant in Auckland, Auckland

Accounts Assistant

Albany, Auckland
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 NZD / Yearly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">The Company A fast-growing NZ-owned consumer brand that has quietly built a strong international footprint since launching just under a decade ago. Products are made right here in New Zealand and sold through thousands of retailers globally this is a business punching well above its weight. The team is small and tight knit, which means you'll have real visibility across the business, genuine ownership of your work, and direct access to leadership. If you thrive in an environment where your contribution actually matters, this is it.The Role <ul><li>Own the payable function from invoice receipt through to payment no two days are the same</li><li>Keep the books clean across multiple entities - recs, journals, and month-end are yours to run</li><li>Handle tax compliance across NZ, AU, and an offshore subsidiary</li><li>Turn raw financial data into clear monthly reporting the sales team can actually use</li><li>Support the Head of Finance across whatever the business needs as it scales</li></ul>Your Profile<ul><li>Mandarin fluency is a must</li><li>Comfortable working across multiple entities and international markets</li><li>Xero-confident with Excel skills that go beyond the basics</li><li>Degree-qualified in accounting or finance</li><li>Self-motivated and detail-oriented; someone who takes ownership rather than waiting to be told</li></ul>What's on Offer:<ul><li>$60,000 - $70,000 + KiwiSaver</li><li>Albany based - easy motorway access and parking</li><li>Broad exposure across finance, multi-entity reporting, and international operations</li><li>A role where you'll genuinely grow, not just process</li><li>Small, collaborative team with a big-brand mindset</li></ul>Apply TodayPlease send your resume by clicking on the apply button. Otherwise, contact Vinze Quines or Tanya Beets in our Auckland Office on 09 915 6700.Reference Number: 06900-0013481571</td></tr></tbody></table>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dmluemUucXVpbmVzLjEyMjAyLjEwOTE4QHJoaW56LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-03T04:06:55Z

Senior Assistant Accountant

Mangere, Auckland
remote
Contract/Temporary
80000 - 90000 NZD / Yearly
The Company Our client is a privately owned, high-growth New Zealand business that has built an impressive reputation through exceptional service and long-standing customer relationships. Following several years of sustained growth and continued investment, they're entering an exciting new phase of expansion. With a collaborative, down-to-earth culture and a leadership team that genuinely invests in its people, this is a business where you'll have the opportunity to broaden your experience, contribute ideas and grow alongside the organisation. Due to continued growth, coupled with upcoming parental leave cover, they are looking for a motivated Assistant Accountant to join the finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for the role to become permanent.The Role Reporting to the Finance Manager and working closely with the wider finance team, you'll gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities across multiple business units. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to take the next step from an Assistant Accountant role into a position offering greater responsibility and development. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Assisting with month-end close and preparing management reporting packs</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis</li><li>Preparing and lodging GST returns</li><li>Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable during peak periods</li><li>Assisting with financial reporting and year-end processes</li><li>Working closely with stakeholders across multiple locations</li><li>Providing ad hoc support to the Finance Manager and wider finance team</li></ul>Your Profile You will be someone who's eager to learn, enjoys taking ownership and is looking for a business where you can continue developing your accounting career. Ideally you'll bring:<ul><li>Proven experience in a Senior Assistant Accountant position in a business with multiple entites</li><li>Strong reconciliation and analytical skills</li><li>Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build relationships across the business</li><li>A proactive attitude with a willingness to roll up your sleeves where required</li><li>Mandarin language skills would be advantageous but are not essential</li><li>Working towards CA/CPA is beneficial</li></ul>Apply Today Please send your resume to Kelsey Llewellyn, Ollie Harris, or Jarrad Carmichael by clicking on the apply button. Reference Number: 06900-0013461483By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/a2Vsc2V5LmxsZXdlbGx5bi4xODE2Ni4xMDkxOEByaGluei5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-26T03:33:23Z

Assistant Accountant

Greenlane, Auckland
remote
Contract/Temporary
34 - 38 NZD / Hourly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">The CompanyJoin a respected Kiwi operation that's deeply embedded in New Zealand's social fabrics supporting communities, providing housing, and delivering critical care to those who need it most. With transformation underway, this organisation is building a smarter, more agile finance function to better serve its mission. They are looking for a contract Assistant Accountant with the potential to go permanent. The RoleThis is a broad and varied Assistant Accountant position that will see you involved across multiple areas of finance while gaining exposure to the wider operations of the organisation.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Fortnightly payroll processing for approx. 150 FTEs, verify and check pay sheets, audit files, bank files etc and pass on to SLT for payment</li><li>Managing accounts receivable activities, including contract invoicing and debtor monitoring</li><li>Assisting with monthly cashflow forecasting and reporting requirements</li><li>Maintaining the fixed asset register and general ledger reconciliations</li><li>Processing journals and supporting month-end activities</li><li>Assisting with GST, PAYE and other statutory compliance obligations</li><li>Preparing information and supporting documentation for external audits</li><li>Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc reporting</li></ul> Your ProfileWe are looking for a proactive finance professional who enjoys working across a broad range of responsibilities, is a team player and takes pride in delivering accurate and timely work.<ul><li>A relevant accounting qualification or be working towards one</li><li>Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Officer or Finance Administrator role with exposure to payroll processing and payroll legislation</li><li>Strong Excel and use of multiple ERP's</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail and analytical capability</li></ul>Apply TodayPlease send your resume by clicking on the apply button.Reference Number: (<a href="https://rh.my.salesforce.com/a1GVT000004cp41">06900-0013291203</a>).</td></tr></tbody></table>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xsaWUuSGFycmlzLjYxNTIyLjEwOTE4QHJoaW56LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-28T21:49:07Z

Assistant Accountant

Penrose, Auckland
remote
Contract/Temporary
40.00 - 45.00 NZD / Hourly
The Company My client is a well-established manufacturing business with operations across New Zealand. Located in Penrose, the business is conveniently situated close to the motorway and offers onsite parking. They are currently seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their team on a 3-month contract, with the flexibility to work from home up to two days per week. The Role In this role, you will be part of a team of six and report directly to the Financial Controller. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Supporting the Accounts Payable team with FX-related functions, working closely with Treasury and the wider Group.</li><li>Assisting with hedging activities and related processes</li><li>Supporting the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) process, including process documentation and continuous improvement</li><li>Preparing month-end accruals and journals</li><li>Preparing and assisting with FBT returns</li><li>Completing balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Managing fixed asset accounting, including capitalisation and depreciation</li></ul>Your Profile The ideal candidate will be a hands-on Assistant Accountant with solid experience across core accounting functions. You will have a good understanding of the Purchase-to-Pay process, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with different teams. You will be proactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Apply Today Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button. Reference Number: (06900-0013487125)By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amFycmFkLmNhcm1pY2hhZWwuOTAwMDguMTA5MThAcmhpbnouYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-12T01:54:06Z

Assistant Accountant

Auckland CBD, Auckland
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 NZD / Yearly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">The Company We are working with a well-established and growing business in the heart of CBD, currently in an exciting phase of growth. They have a strong culture and a team that genuinely enjoys coming to work. This is a great entry point for someone with a year or so of experience who is ready to step into a true accounting role and grow quickly. You will be supported by experienced Finance Managers and given real exposure from day one, not just the basics.The Role The scope of this role will evolve based on what you bring this is a team that recognises capability and rewards it.<ul><li>Journals, accruals and bank reconciliations</li><li>Quarterly and annual statutory reporting</li><li>Support with year-end financial statements and audit</li><li>Involvement in process and system improvement initiatives</li><li>Ad hoc accounting support across a multi-entity environment</li></ul>About You You do not need to have done this exact role before, what matters is your attitude, your hunger to learn and your ability to hit the ground running.<ul><li>At least 1 year of experience in a finance or accounting adjacent role</li><li>Degree qualified in Accounting or Finance</li><li>A fast learner with a positive, can-do attitude</li><li>A genuine team player</li><li>Studying towards a professional accounting qualification is a bonus, not a requirement</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>$60k-$70k + KiwiSaver</li><li>Performance-based bonus</li><li>Health, life and income protection insurance</li><li>Hybrid working</li></ul>Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button. Alternatively contact Vinze Quines or Tanya Beets in the Auckland office at 09 915 6700.Reference Number: 06900-0013465270</td></tr></tbody></table>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dmluemUucXVpbmVzLjE4MjMwLjEwOTE4QHJoaW56LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-03T02:23:29Z

Assistant Accountant

Ellerslie, Auckland
remote
Contract/Temporary
38 - 42 NZD / Hourly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">The CompanyMy client is a far-reaching NGO with heavy community ties. They provide social care and housing for some of the most at-risk Kiwi's and take the utmost pride in what they do. They are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their growing team on a temporary to permanent basis. Ellerslie based with parking.The RoleThe role of Assistant Accountant will be part of a close-knit finance team of 10, reporting directly to the Senior Financial Accountant. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and respond to payroll queries.</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and compliance.</li><li>Support month-end processes, including journals and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, and depreciation.</li><li>Assist with fixed asset reconciliations and capital expenditure tracking.</li><li>Provide general finance and administrative support to the wider finance team.</li></ul>Your ProfileYou are an experienced Assistant Accountant with strong payroll knowledge and a keen eye for detail. You thrive in a collaborative environment, can hit the ground running, and enjoy supporting a purpose-driven organisation. You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced finance team.Apply TodayPlease send your resume by clicking on the apply button.Reference Number: (06900-0013479145).</td></tr></tbody></table>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amFycmFkLmNhcm1pY2hhZWwuMzI4NTUuMTA5MThAcmhpbnouYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-31T01:32:52Z