Accountant (Commercial) - 12month Fixed Term

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WM New Zealand is seeking a Commercial Accountant for a 12-month fixed term in Christchurch to join the regional leadership team and shape financial and commercial strategies by translating operational needs into practical pricing models and business insights. You will analyse costs including allocation, cost benefit, volume, profit and lifecycle, gather and interpret pricing and market data for decision making, and model tender prices while supporting operating unit plans and performance reviews. The role requires 2+ years in a similar position, a path to CAANZ/CPA, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to collect data from multiple sources and present complex financial information clearly to non financial colleagues. Apply early, as WM NZ reviews applications on arrival; valid NZ work visa residency or citizenship is required.

Company Description

About Us

Here at WM New Zealand Ltd we do much more than collect residential or commercial waste. We are New Zealand’s leading resource recovery, recycling and waste management provider who are committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment. This is done through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do

Job Description

Are you ready to shape financial strategies and drive growth in a dynamic environment?

We’re looking for a skilled Commercial Accountant who will be a crucial part of our regional leadership team, shaping financial and commercial strategies. With a track record of engaging with operational managers, gaining an understanding of their needs, and translating them into understandable financial, business and pricing models, you will help to determine our direction of travel. We are looking for you to bring your perspective, adding value by challenging the status quo with information and data that facilitates our quest for continuous improvement.

If you have a proven track record of working with operational managers, translating needs into financial models, and challenging the status quo with data-driven insights, we want you on our team.

Key responsibilities:

• Work closely as an integrated part of the management team to provide guidance and analysis on strategic growth opportunities and operational efficiencies.
• Analyse and review cost analysis covering allocation, cost benefit, volume, profit, customer profitability and life cycle analysis.
• Collect, compile and analyse pricing, sales and market information in a format which assists senior management with market decisions.
• Prepare service and tender price modelling as required.
• Assist with preparing operating unit management reporting and formal business performance reviews.
• Partner with primary Operating Unit team/s to prepare Operating Unit plans and budgets in alignment with Divisional guidelines and timetables, incorporating appropriate challenge and analysis.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you must have:

• A minimum 2+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Path to CAANZ/CPA membership.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office.
• Ability to collect and analyse data from multiple sources and systems.
• Ability to work both collaboratively in the finance team, and autonomously
• Interest in learning new systems, processes, various business streams and operational accounting.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information in a concise, non-technical manner.

If you’re ready to make a significant impact on our business and see the results of your work in action, this role is for you.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you.

• Enjoy a role that keeps you on your toes, offering constant challenges with a competitive salary.
• Become part of a close-knit team that values collaboration, recognition, and continuous improvement
• WM New Zealand offers proven opportunities for career advancement.

Please note - we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early. 

WM is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.

You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa/residency or NZ citizenship.