Add expected salary to your profile for insights Join our team and support the financial foundation of our success! About the role: We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Accountant to join our small, supportive team. Reporting directly to our Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring key financial tasks are completed to support our wider business operations. This is a permanent, full-time position (Monday to Friday). Key Responsibilities: Perform general ledger reconciliations Assisting in the preparation of monthly accounts Verify weekly payroll Review weekly and monthly Accounts Payable Complete FBT & GST returns Conduct bank reconciliations Handle Performance Bond forms Provide support with financial analysis Assist with Accounts Receivable About you: Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar senior administrative role, preferably within the construction industry Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is preferred, but not essential Strong understanding of basic financial principles, accounting, and the month-end reporting cycle Experience with payroll and knowledge of current legislation is preferred Proven ability to produce accurate financial reports Excellent time management skills and attention to detail, with a creative problem-solving mindset If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance and a knack for thinking outside the box, we would love to hear from you! Why United Civil: As part of the team based in Whangarei you will have the opportunity to advance your career with a leading civil engineering construction company that builds and delivers exceptional infrastructure projects, and who strives to be an employer of choice within the industry, while maintaining our people-based core values. Further you will also enjoy: Being part of a locally owned and operated growing business with a variety of projects Competitive salary + laptop A high performing business that is committed to hiring, developing, and retaining the best in the industry Learning and development programmes, plus retail and supplier discounts About United Civil: As one of Northlands' leading civil contractors, we are experts in civil engineering, industrial infrastructure, roading and pavements and water infrastructure. We have created a strong reputation for quality, innovation and the successful delivery of large-scale, often complex civil engineering infrastructure projects. We are passionate about the projects we build and proud of the people we have in our team. At United Civil, we strongly believe in a culture of collaboration and innovation, with our people being one of the main reasons for our on-going success over the last 16 years plus. If this role sounds like you, please apply. A pre-employment medical, which includes a drug and alcohol test, will be required for the chosen candidate. You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How many years' experience do you have as an assistant accountant? Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with? What's your expected annual base salary? How many years' experience do you have in the construction industry? What can I earn as an Assistant Accountant #J-18808-Ljbffr