Assistant Accountant - Fixed Term (Wellington)
Mō mātou | About Us
Our Vision: Preventing Harm. Saving Lives. Securing our Future
We play a key role in the guardianship of New Zealand waterways. We're bringing together our aroha, work and skills to achieve our outcomes of sustainable supply chains and sectors, safe people and operations, secure ports and ships, and clean seas and waterways.
Our values are about who we are as individuals and the behaviours we expect from each other at Maritime NZ.
Care | Kia Tika - We care for each other and do the right thing
Connect | Kotahitanga - We unite in a common purpose
Courage | Kia Māia - We are brave, capable and confident
Te tūnga | The role
This is a 9 month fixed term role to provide backfill during the project implementation of the new financial management information system.
As one of our Assistant Accountants, you will be responsible for reviewing the work of the Finance Officers (AP and AR), ensuring an effective system of internal controls is in place. You will manage the processing, reconciling and ensuring the accuracy of Maritime NZ's ledgers including its related entities along with managing all banking requirements.
You will also assist the Financial Accountant(s) in various financial reporting, tax compliance and system matters.
Nōu te rourou | What you bring
Relevant accounting qualifications would be an advantage (Provisional CA)
Prior supervision or review experience strongly preferred
An understanding of internal and fraud controls
Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
An understanding of best practice accounting and financial practices
Tax knowledge in GST, WHT and FBT
Experience in the preparation and presentation of financial information
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong Microsoft Office and spread sheeting skills
Continuous process improvement mindset
Commitment to embrace and promote change, systems and process transformation and modern ways of working
Positive and collaborative approach to the team and work environment
Mōu | For you
Maritime NZ recognises and respects te Tiriti o Waitangi and we are committed to working with Māori to build strong, meaningful and enduring relationships to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
We aim to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported with a sense of belonging. We encourage our people to actively contribute to our workplace culture where we all thrive and authentically live our MNZ values.
Upon joining us you'll receive a full range of benefits including Income Protection and Life Insurance so check out our full range on our careers page to find out more about why we love working here.
Salary range $82,979 to $101,419 depending on skills and experience + superannuation.
The ideal start date is 2nd September 2024, however we will accommodate notice periods as much possible with the successful candidate.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application. Also please note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.
We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. If you require assistance or accommodations, please reach out to our recruitment team at the email below.
Applications for this role close Wednesday 7th August 2024 at 10.00pm.
If you have any questions please e-mail careers@maritimenz.govt.nz
