Assistant Accountant
Join the Blind Foundation's Finance team and see the difference you could make to people who are blind or have low vision.
Summary about this job
Assistant Accountants
Company: Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind
Location: Auckland
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +64-7-475-5417
Fax: +64-3-317-2462
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Detail information about job Assistant Accountant. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Do you have good accounting experience and a Business degree?
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy?
- Want to make a positive difference in 2018?
With over 300 employees and around 6,000 volunteers the Blind Foundation is New Zealand's leading provider of services and support to people who are blind or have low vision. One of New Zealand's most trusted and iconic Not for Profit organisations, we need an Assistant Accountant to join us. You will help the organisation achieve our vision of a "life without limits" for New Zealanders who are blind or who have low vision.
We are seeking an experienced accounting professional to join our team. This role is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week and is based in Parnell, Auckland. You will provide support to the Financial Accountant in the functions of accounts processing, financial accounting and reporting for the Foundation.
The successful applicant will be responsible for:
- the preparation of financial statements and management accounts for the subsidiary companies, as well as assistance with preparation of the Foundation's financial statements, reconciliation's, GST and FBT returns
- ensuring all Cash and Bank transactions are handled in an accurate and timely manner
- ensuring that the Accounts Receivable function runs smoothly and that there are no overdue accounts
- managing the Fixed Asset Register.
The successful applicant will have:
- understanding of basic accounting principles
- attention to detail and accuracy
- computer literacy with good Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- strong numerical skills and analytical skills
- ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
- good accounting experience and a Business degree.
Become part of a friendly, supportive, collaborative team that works together. Comprehensive induction, on-going training and professional development will be provided.
We also offer a varied, interesting and challenging role within a progressive, professional and respected organization.
Become an ambassador for the Blind Foundation! Our staff take an active interest and participate in fund-raising and volunteer opportunities.
Applications close at Monday, 30 July 2018.
The Blind Foundation welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages suitably qualified people who are blind or who have low vision to apply for roles within the organisation.
If you believe you have what we are looking for, we would love to hear from you! Please select "apply" below to be taken through to our Careers Portal, where you can submit a formal application and also view the position description. If you have any questions please contact our Recruitment team on 09 355 7135.