Company Accountant

Starting from humble beginnings in Dunedin, Cook Brothers Construction has grown substantially over the last seventeen years. We currently operate across Southern Lakes, Canterbury, Otago and Auckland.We enjoy celebrating our success and believe it is important we do so. Our team, and our projects are a testament to the hard work and commitment over this time.Our goal is to inspire people more than to manage them. We trust our teams to do what they think is best for Cook Brothers Construction, giving them lots of freedom to make the best decisions for the company at that time.Through innovation, quality, client satisfaction and sustainability, we strive to be a national leader in our industry, we believe our team is the heart and soul of us achieving this! If you want to be a part of this journey, then this role is for you.About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced accountant to join our team based in Otago. This role reports to the CFO and will work alongside three others in the team, with payroll and accounts being direct reports. This role includes usual accounting functions but there are a couple of exciting projects in the pipeline that will offer opportunities for development. These include the replacement of the payroll and finance systems, as well as a move towards using Power BI for financial and non-financial reporting. This role will suit someone who is looking for variety and likes to improve processes and systems.Responsibilities: Month end accountingAssisting with year end, forecasting, and budgetingFinancial and board reportingRecommend best supply and procurement options and opportunities through the use of data analytics with support from the Business Analysis TeamFormulating and analysing management reportsIdentify and implement process improvementSkills and Experience:Four years' experience in a similar role or professional servicesStrong communication and leadership skillsIntermediate to advance skills using Microsoft SuiteHealth insuranceDevelopment pathway and professional development availableCareer and personal development highly encouraged and supportedWork with a supportive and high performing teamGood work/life balancePositive company cultureSocial clubCompetitive salary + laptop + phoneFree access to EAP ServicesEqual Opportunities Employer & Diversity Works Member#J-18808-Ljbffr