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Company description: KiwiRail Ltd Job description: Senior Management Accountant - Freight Position Description Work collaboratively across the Finance and Customer & Growth (Freight) teams Contribute insightful financial and commercial advice Permanent, Auckland based He kōrero mō mātou | About us: At KiwiRail, we connect New Zealanders sustainably, powering economic growth and ensuring vital freight and passenger services run smoothly. Our mission, "Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand," highlights our dedication to sustainability and community well-being. Our people make KiwiRail exceptional. By fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace, we empower everyone to contribute their best. If you're passionate about innovation and safety, we'd love to welcome you aboard. He whakamārama mo te tūranga mahi | About the role: The primary role of the Senior Management Accountant is the provision of financial information for performance management, business planning, decision support and analysis to optimise business objectives. The Senior Management Accountant will work with the management accounting team, the various business unit support teams and the financial control teams to capture, classify and process all of the business transactions into accurate, timely and relevant financial information. With an in-depth knowledge of the business unit activities combined with thorough understanding of the operational and financial targets the Senior Management Accountant is positioned to provide insightful financial advice and support to business unit management. The Senior Management Accountant as a key leader within the wider management accounting and administration support teams and is expected to: • be an active, positive and engaged member of the wider team• facilitate communication and interactions between teams• identify and promote learning and development opportunities Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou | What (skills) you will bring: Knowledge and experience You will have experience in financial reporting within large, complex and diverse organisations. You're skilled in quickly assimilating new information or areas of work and come to an understanding of unfamiliar and complex concepts You have strong written communication skills and the ability to articulate key messages clearly You understand KiwiRail's services and how we interact with other agencies and the Government You are competent in utilising computer skills to assess problems Ways of working / Work-related qualities You communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, fostering a culture of transparency and trust. You demonstrate resilience and adaptability, working effectively under pressure and navigating organisational change. You champion diversity, inclusion, and collaborative practices, contributing positively to KiwiRail's work culture. You are able to be flexible with work requirements as demands may require attention to different priorities. Other Requirements You can pass regular drug and alcohol screenings Qualifications CAANZ recognised Chartered Accountant qualification or comparable or working towards. Relevant degree in Business/Commerce (ideally Major in Accounting) Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you: Competitive salary plus 4% KiwiSaver employer contribution 25 annual leave days Access to discounted travel, health insurance & holiday houses across NZ as part of the Staff Welfare Trust A strong Zero Harm policy to keep you safe Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference? Rā aukati | Applications close: 27 August 2027
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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