Financial Accountant

About the Company:

The Collective was founded in 2009 by two entrepreneurial chefs with the simple goal of creating an extraordinary yoghurt with an unbeatable taste. Fast forward to today, The Collective is NZ’s leading independent yoghurt business. Their success is driven from being highly innovative, agile, and creating an amazing team culture where challenging the status quo is in their DNA. The Collective is proud to have driven innovation with category firsts like layered yoghurt, kids pouches, kefir, dairy free and sour cream squeezers.


About the Role:


Join this fun and exciting organisation as a Financial Accountant and play a crucial role in the financial health of its future. The Collective has ambitious growth plans which require a Financial Accountant that has strong technical accounting experience coupled with commercial acumen.
The role reports into and will work closely with the Finance Director and you will work alongside three other experienced finance professionals. You will own financial monthly reporting by preparing and managing financial statements in compliance with IFRS, oversee cash flow management, and ensure compliance with tax obligations.
Your expertise will guide their financial reporting processes while implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. If you are detail-oriented with a dedication to excellence, eager to learn and grow your experience, then this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact.
Future career progression is on offer with management and potential opportunities abroad due to the acquisition.

About You:

To be considered for the role you will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and have completed your CA/CPA.
• Experience working in the Big 4 with an additional 2-3 years of commercial experience in a financial accounting or reporting roles.
• Extensive experience in preparing P&L, Balance Sheet & Cash Flow Statements.
• Understanding of compliance and risk management in financial practices.
• Curiosity and energy to streamline financial processes and implement best practices.
• The ability to collaborate effectively across departments and manage cross-functional relationships

Experience working in FMCG experience is desirable but not essential. We are looking for a team player with excellent attitude as this is a no ego environment!

Apply Now!

To find out more, please get in touch with David Earl on 027 260 8501 for a confidential chat.

To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying. 

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