Job title: Senior Financial Accountant
Job type: Permanent/FTC
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Media
Functional Expertise: Accounting
Salary: Negotiable
Job published: 21/02/2025
Job ID: 65864

Job Description

This organisation, based in central Auckland is a well-known, successful global entertainment brand. They are seeking an experienced and versatile Senior Financial Accountant to be part of their close-knit team.

About the role:

This is a full-time permanent position, reporting to the CFO based in Australia

  • Maintain accurate financial records in SAP 
  • Complete month-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations and preparation of monthly reports
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations
  • Lead finance projects to enhance efficiency and stakeholder experience
  • Provide general support across the business in NZ and Australia
  • Preparation of annual financial statements and tax returns for review
  • Manage payables/creditor processes including reviewing supplier invoices and payroll
  • 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 CFO alongside senior management
  • Identify and recommend opportunities to optimize returns within the Group's risk profile

About you:

  • 5 + years' experience in financial accounting, reporting, and analysis
  • CA or CPA qualification - essential
  • Experience within media/entertainment - an advantage
  • Process-oriented with a commitment to excellence and routine
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrates confidentiality, trustworthiness, and professionalism
  • Tech savvy, adaptable and responsive to change
  • Creative problem solver with resilience in overcoming obstacles
  • Proficient in Excel and experienced in financial modelling

In return the company offers:

  • Competitive salary 
  • Supportive team culture 
  • Career progression 
  • Easy accessible location
  • Long term stable employment 

If you're ready to contribute your expertise to a dynamic team and drive strategic financial initiatives, we invite you to APPLY. Be part of a company that values professionalism, innovation, and commitment to excellence. For more details and a full job description contact Sapna Kanwar 09 912 0774/027 7887 712 or email your updated CV sapna.kanwar@parkerbridge.nz