Assistant Accountant

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WM New Zealand is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join the Commercial Finance team in Auckland after an internal promotion. The role covers price reviews, workshop reporting, stock and fixed asset reconciliations, accruals and month-end support, fuel usage analysis, sales and portfolio reporting, volume analysis, budgets and forecasts, and tendering and business performance reviews. You should be studying toward CA or CPA and bring strong problem solving, meticulous attention to detail, and experience with accounting systems and ERP. A tertiary qualification in Accounting or Commerce is essential; transport, logistics or waste knowledge is desirable but not required. Benefits include a competitive rate, discounted health insurance, development opportunities, and a collaborative culture; apply early by clicking I’m interested, and ensure you have NZ eligibility.

Company Description

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

Due to an internal promotion, we're searching for a talented Assistant Accountant to join our Commercial Finance team. Responsibilities include the following:

• Conduct regular service and customer price reviews against approved price lists.
• Prepare and maintain workshop reporting.
• Analyse stock usage and movements, including inventory stocktakes, reconciliations, and valuations.
• Assist with bins and fixed asset stocktakes, asset reporting and capitalization
• Review accruals and provisions and support month-end and recurring processes for the Commercial team.
• Perform fuel usage analysis and reporting.
• Assist with sales customer reporting and sales portfolio reviews.
• Support preparation of operating unit management reports and formal business performance reviews.
• Assist with volume reporting and analysis for the business unit (including mass balance analysis).
• Support preparation of volumes, sales, CAPEX, and operating budgets.
• Assist with segment forecasting and financial projections.
• Support the tendering process with financial and commercial inputs.
• Provide additional commercial and business performance support as required to ensure successful service delivery from the Commercial Team.

Qualifications

If you are interested in the above role and currently studying towards the CA/CPA qualifications, we want to hear from you!

• A natural problem solver, analytical with exceptional attention to detail. 
• Proven experience with accounting processes and exposure to accounting packages, Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• The ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders as well as members of your team. 
• Self sufficient who can work with minimum supervision to level of competency.
• A tertiary qualification in Accounting or Commerce is essential.
• Knowledge of transport, logistics or waste would be desirable.
• Relevant experience is beneficial but is not a requirement. 

Our team is driven and engaging. If you thrive on challenge and opportunity, then apply now.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive hourly rate with discounted health insurance including discounts on a range of products for you and your family to enjoy.
• Become part of a close-knit team that values collaboration, recognition, and continuous improvement
• At WM New Zealand we will invest in your personal development and provide future career opportunities. We also offer a great company culture, and you will get to work with a strong team of like-minded individuals.

How to apply
To apply for this role click “I’m interested” 

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 New Zealand 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.