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About the role We are looking for an experienced Financial Accountant to join our Finance team (30–32 hours per week) to provide parental leave cover for 12 months. Reporting to the Head of Finance you will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of N4L's financial reporting and compliance obligations. This is a hands-on role with responsibility for the month-end and year-end close process, statutory reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and strengthening our internal control environment through continuous process improvement. Key responsibilities Lead the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Prepare monthly financial reports, Board packs, balance sheet reconciliations, cash flow reporting, journals, and supporting working papers. Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by preparing and reviewing journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations. Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Act, Crown Entities Act, PBE accounting standards, GST and FBT obligations, Treasury reporting requirements, insurance renewals, and external audit requirements. Prepare the annual Statement of Performance Expectations (SPE) and support multi-period forecasting (4+8, 6+6, and 8+4), including balance sheet and cash flow forecasts. Analyse financial performance, balance sheet movements, and cash flow providing meaningful variance analysis and insights. Review and enhance finance processes, documentation, and internal controls to improve efficiency and reduce risk. Build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business and collaborate with external auditors to ensure a smooth audit process. About you 3–5 years' experience in financial accounting, statutory reporting, tax compliance, and public sector accounting standards (PBE). Strong experience managing month-end and year-end close processes, including financial reporting and balance sheet reconciliations. Proven capability in budgeting, forecasting, multi-period planning (4+8, 6+6, and 8+4), and detailed variance analysis. A process-driven mindset with experience in process documentation, internal controls, and continuous improvement. High technical accuracy, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information in a clear and practical way. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to partner effectively with the Finance team and stakeholders across the organisation. About us We are a crown owned technology company that provides faster, safer internet for Aotearoa New Zealand's schools and kura, with an aim to improve digital learning experiences and educational outcomes for all. Since 2012 we have grown to support over 2,500 schools, operating one of the largest broadband networks in Aotearoa New Zealand, meeting the connectivity and cybersecurity needs of 900,000+ ākonga and kaiako and accounting for nearly 25% of the country's daytime business internet traffic. But we’re so much more than that. We’re building tomorrow, together! We believe in an inclusive approach that fosters collaboration with partners, customers, and each other for mutual success.
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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