Assistant Accountant

At Everest, we are all about people. We work with our clients and candidates to build great relationships so we can match the right person to the right role.

Here's our latest opportunity!

About the company

The Cabernet Foods Group is a family business, established in

• and known for their chilled meat products. They care about each and every step of production to deliver ethically farmed goodness to New Zealanders from paddock to plate.

Their purpose-built cool store and distribution hub are strategically located in the Waikato with their processing site in the Wairarapa. Committed to their people, they have embarked on a journey of change, with a focus on development and improved opportunities, as they continue to grow with success.

About the role

This newly created position will support core financial management while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. You'll take ownership of key accounting activities, expanding your capabilities within a supportive environment.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will;

• Ensure AP / AR activities are completed accurately and coded correctly, while maintaining oversight of related journals, accruals and month-end adjustments
• Complete balance sheet and bank reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate, audit-ready records.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports, variance analysis and commentary to support forecasting, budgeting and decision-making.
• Identify efficiency opportunities, enhance reporting workflows and support the introduction of more effective ERP systems and tools.
• Support setup of new customers and vendors, ensuring due diligence and consistent data quality across systems.
• Work closely with operational teams to translate financial information into practical insights to support day-to-day activities and improve operational performance.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have

• A relevant Accounting / Finance degree and ideally be CA qualified or working toward CA certification.
• 2–4+ years' experience in accounting, financial analysis or management accounting.
• Advanced capability in Excel and proficiency in ERP systems / software with the confidence to explore functionality for improved outcomes.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage and support non-financial stakeholders.
• A keen eye for detail and excellent organisational skills; able to work confidently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, curious and results-driven mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Why join?

• A supportive, close-knit team environment with an organisation that cares.
• Varied and rewarding work with opportunities for growth and for professional development.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing.

We're looking for someone who is motivated, curious, and willing to dive into both detail and systems to make things better. Sound like you? Apply now!

For a confidential chat, please call Helen Dale on

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