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25 hours per week (5 hours per day) Beautiful Island Bay location with stunning grounds Varied accounting role with a supportive team environment We are looking for an experienced Accounting Technician to join an established organisation based in Island Bay, Wellington. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking for a part-time role with variety, flexibility and a fantastic working environment. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will work across the finance function, supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation. You will be involved in accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, month-end, and assisting the Management Accountant with financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to improvements across financial systems, reporting and processes, so this is a role that offers more than just transactional accounting. You will bring: 3+ years’ accounting experience A good understanding of accounting principles and processes Excellent Xero experience Intermediate Excel skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organisational and communication skills The ability to work independently and as part of a team In return, you will join a collaborative team environment where your contributions will be valued! To apply for this position, you must currently reside in New Zealand, and either be a NZ Citizen, Permanent Resident, or have a valid NZ Work Visa. APPLY: www.jacksonstone.co.nz REFERENCE: BH-11771 FURTHER ENQUIRIES: Kendall Bushby on 027 332 7896
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.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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