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The Opportunity Kickstart your accounting career with a business that values development, teamwork, and growth. We're looking for a motivated Graduate Accountant with around 1 year of experience to join a high-performing finance team based in Christchurch. This is your chance to gain exposure to a range of accounting tasks and grow alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment. The Company A well-established business with a strong presence in the Christchurch market. Known for their collaborative culture and commitment to internal development, they offer a stable workplace where you’ll be supported in taking the next step in your career. Their finance team is experienced, approachable, and keen to mentor new talent. The Role You'll be involved in a variety of accounting tasks including reconciliations, assisting with month-end reporting, supporting accounts payable/receivable functions, and helping streamline finance processes. You'll also gain exposure to financial systems and reporting tools, with the opportunity to take on more responsibility as your confidence grows. About You Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Approximately 1 year of accounting experience (internship or commercial role) A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving Comfortable learning new systems and picking up processes quickly A team player with great communication skills and a willingness to learn Ready for your next challenge? Apply now via SEEK and take the next step in your career. To find out more, contact Alastair McLae at ali@profilegroup.co.nz 021 191 4157 #SCR-ali
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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