Accountant

ABOUT US

The company is a fast-growing FMCG company located in South Auckland specialising in importing and distribution of food products to New Zealand market. An opportunity exists in Onehunga, for an experienced Accountant to work in a fast-paced environment.

POSITION PROFILE:

Oversee and manage all facets of the company’s accounting and business administration activities, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, month- end and year-end financial reporting, statutory compliance, and management of the accounting system. Handle all business administration tasks.

ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Finance Management

• Ensure the entire department runs smoothly and efficiently

• Preparation of periodic, half-year and year end reports. ie. Reconciliation of accounts receivable and accounts payable aging report, cash sales reconciliation, bank account reconciliation, cash flow report and forecast / fund statement, management report, monthly consolidated Account (if required)

• Management of general ledger

• Organise month end accrual process

• Maintain fixed assets register

• Preparation of FBT, GST/ BAS

• Manage payroll, payroll tax, PAYG

• Meet internal/external audit requirements

• Develop financial policies & procedure

• General insurance, workers compensation & leasing

• Coaching and supervision of the finance team

• Develop financial policies & procedure

• Other ad-hoc tasks assigned by the management

Business Administration

• Be the contact point for customers and suppliers for mainstream sales channels.

• Handle    and    rectify    customer    complaints,    provide    solutions    for service improvement.

• Communicate with various departments to resolve customers and suppliers’ concerns.

Facility management

• Manage building maintenance, repairs, and supplies, e.g. Fire safety, liaison with strata management, water, electricity, pest control, telecommunication, security.

• Arrange and organise meetings and building services for Council- DA, fire safety statement, premises safety measures and dangerous goods licence.

 Fleet management

• Fleet registration renewals and pink slip and roadside-assistance renewal

• Vehicle maintenance- service and repairs

• Infringement penalties

Purchasing

• Maintain stationery and office supplies

• Ensure all purchases procedures and guidelines are followed

• Coordinate miscellaneous office purchases

Insurance Claims

• Complete and submit insurance claim forms (for vehicle, building, etc)

• Liaise with insurance and the third party regarding repairing quotes

• Arrange necessary repairing services

Company Phone

• Manage company phone and lines

• Issue new phones and sim cards to authorised staff

• Identify and report any excess phone usage

• Report interstate phone bills to the account department for payment

General administration & correspondence

• Develop and maintain office Administration filing

• Internal communications- drafting notices and staff memos

• Handle public inquiries and complaints

• Intellectual Property - trademark registration and renewals

• Ad hoc duties

 Skills Required

• Have up to date knowledge of NZ tax & accounting standards.

• Tertiary qualified and is either CA qualification (or equivalent) or working towards one

• Team player and able to work under pressure

• Strategic thinker and must have analytical awareness

• 3-5 years experience in a similar role

• Have experience with large ERP systems

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills

• Chinese and Cantonese Speaking is essential

• Valid driving license