Job title: Senior Financial Accountant
Job type: Permanent/FTC
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Real Estate and Property Management
Functional Expertise: Accounting
Salary: Negotiable
Job published: 07/10/2024
Job ID: 63683

Job Description

Our client, a successful property investment company, invites you to be part of their dynamic team. This rare opportunity within a close-knit environment offers a pivotal role as a Senior Financial Accountant at one of Auckland's leading commercial property owners.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain accurate financial records in Xero, Re-Leased, and other relevant systems.
  • Oversee treasury functions, including daily bank reconciliations and cashflow forecasting.
  • Manage tenant relationships for financial purposes, including responding to queries and debtor reporting.
  • Coordinate month-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations and preparation of financial reports.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.
  • Lead finance projects to enhance efficiency and stakeholder experience.
  • Provide general support across the business as part of a small Head Office team.
  • Preparation of annual financial statements and tax returns for review.
  • Manage payables/creditor processes and payroll.
  • Lead annual tenant opex wash-ups and budgets.
  • Prepare annual Group P&L and cash forecasts, including rolling and long-term forecasts.
  • Contribute to the design of internal controls and finance risk management framework.
  • Provide strategic input into the direction of the Group alongside senior management.
  • Identify and recommend opportunities to optimize returns within the Group's risk profile.

Key Attributes:

  • Process-oriented with a commitment to excellence and routine.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrates confidentiality, trustworthiness, and professionalism.
  • Shows drive, enthusiasm, and self-motivation.
  • Adaptable and responsive to change.
  • Creative problem solver with resilience in overcoming obstacles.
  • CA or CPA qualification essential.
  • 6+ years' experience in financial accounting, reporting, and analysis.
  • Proficient in Excel and experienced in financial modeling.
  • Familiarity with accounting standards, tax compliance, and organisational procedures.
  • Experience with Xero and/or Re-Leased preferred.

For more information, please contact Henry Shaw at Parker Bridge on henry.shaw@parkerbridge.nz