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About the Client
Our client is an accounting firm based in New Zealand, growing their existing offshore team to support their accounting function. They provide accounting, taxation, compliance, and advisory services to a diverse client base, helping businesses maintain financial clarity and meet their regulatory obligations. This role exists to support the delivery of high-quality accounting and tax services while contributing to the development of junior team members and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Role
As a Senior Accountant, you'll take ownership of a broad range of accounting and tax compliance work while serving as a key support to managers and directors. Beyond delivering accurate financial reports and tax returns, you'll play an important role in reviewing work, mentoring junior team members, and maintaining strong client relationships. Success in this role comes from consistently delivering high-quality outputs, supporting team development, and helping drive operational excellence across the practice.

What You'll Do

• Prepare annual financial statements, tax returns, and compliance documents for a variety of entity structures

• Prepare GST and FBT returns and ensure compliance with reporting obligations

• Process payroll and support related accounting activities

• Conduct reviews of accounting deliverables before submission to management

• Manage client communications and respond to queries via email and phone

• Mentor and train junior team members on accounting processes and Xero best practices

• Support internal projects, process improvements, and business initiatives

• Assist managers and directors with advisory, compliance, and operational accounting tasks as required

What We're Looking For

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting

• At least 4 years of experience within an accounting firm or public practice environment

• Strong understanding of accounting and taxation principles

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Experience reviewing work and maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities

• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting junior team members

Nice to Have

• Experience using Xero and/or MYOB

• Exposure to New Zealand tax compliance requirements

• Experience leading process improvement initiatives

• Previous involvement in staff training and development programs

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to join a growing accounting practice where you'll have meaningful involvement in both client delivery and team development. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to high-quality outcomes for clients, and play an active role in helping shape the success of the wider offshore team.

This role is open to Philippine citizens currently based in the Philippines.

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