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Project Accountant: Systems & Budgeting (6-Month)
Project Accountant: Systems & Budgeting (6-Month)QJumpers Recruitment Services • Invercargill City, Southland, New Zealand
Project Accountant : Systems & Budgeting (6-Month)

Project Accountant : Systems & Budgeting (6-Month)

QJumpers Recruitment Services • Invercargill City, Southland, New Zealand
21 hours ago
Job description

Why This Role Exists

We’re seeking a capable Project Accountant to join our Finance Team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role will support the CFO and Internal Auditor as we deliver several key projects and complete important improvement work. You’ll play a vital part in keeping our financial operations running smoothly while providing accurate, timely, and high-quality information that supports informed decision making to the Board, Executive, and wider leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the redevelopment of our financial systems, including an organisation-wide Purchase Order system and automation tools.
  • Assist with implementing a new Capital Asset Management Plan linked to updated Fixed Asset Register software.
  • Help set up a Fixed Asset Register and new payroll system in Xero.
  • Support the implementation of a new Grant Management System.
  • Contribute to monthly financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, and budgeting.
  • Assist in preparing annual accounts and managing the annual audit process.
  • Help manage the Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement each month.
  • Ensure monthly financial reporting is supported by accurate, complete workpapers.
  • Meet all statutory obligations, including GST, FBT, Gaming Duties, and Taxation.
  • Participate in continuous improvement of systems, processes, and financial workflows.
  • Analyse financial information flows across establishments to identify efficiencies.
  • Promote and uphold ILT’s commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing.

What You’ll Bring

  • Excellent communication and relationship‑management skills.
  • Strong technical and analytical capability, with the ability to present clear, concise financial insights.
  • Solid understanding of business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and taxation.
  • A degree in Accountancy and progression toward Chartered Accountant status.
  • Minimum two years' experience, ideally in a corporate environment.
  • community‑focused mindset and passion for contributing to positive outcomes.
  • How to Apply

    Apply ASAP with Cover Letter and CV via Seek. Applications will be considered as they arrive. To be successful in this role you must reside in NZ & be legally entitled to work.

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