Assistant Accountant

Overview

Are you an Assistant Accountant looking for your next challenge?

Or a part qualified junior auditor looking to make the move to industry now?

An exciting opportunity to join our Commercial Finance team who are respected by the business for adding value, understanding industry drivers and building relationships.

We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team in Agency (primarily supporting the Wool business unit).

As a full-time permanent Assistant Accountant based in Christchurch, you will :

Provide a range of technical accounting support to assist business performance.

Prepare accurate financial analysis and reporting for key stakeholders.

Assist with the monthly and annual accounting processes.

Support the Finance Business Partner in building financial acumen with Business Leaders.

Responsibilities

Provide a range of technical accounting support to assist business performance.

Prepare accurate financial analysis and reporting for key stakeholders.

Assist with the monthly and annual accounting processes.

Support the Finance Business Partner in building financial acumen with Business Leaders.

Qualifications

An appropriate tertiary degree or accounting qualification is desirable.

1 - 3 years practical accounting experience.

Previous experience and competence in the use of computer systems including Microsoft Office products, ERP systems (e.g D365, JD Edwards, SAP, etc), and financial management tools (e.g Oracle EPM).

Advanced Excel skills would be an advantage.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate effectively.

Have a positive, results oriented and focused approach to the tasks and responsibilities associated with the role.

Location and conditions

Based in Christchurch, adjacent to the airport, you will enjoy all the benefits of our modern offices including complimentary car-parking.

This is a full-time role (40 hours, Monday to Friday), but we're flexible whether you prefer an earlier or later start, and / or a mix of working from home and in the office.

About us

We are committed to growing our employees and offer on-job mentoring, a range of PGW development programs as well as consideration for supporting external study / professional development.

This is a small, close-knit team who balance professional Finance support with a sense of humour and \'real world\' advice.

PGG Wrightson is a leading provider of products and services to the rural sector, with a vision to help grow the country through our knowledge, service and expertise.

How to apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career and want to be part of a team that values growth, collaboration

Please note we may close this advert early so Apply now!

Reference # : 30384

Posted on : 26 Sep 2025

Closes on : 12 Oct 2025 00 : 00

Expertise : Accounting

Job level(s) : Graduate, Experienced 1-3 years , Experienced 3-5 years

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