Senior Financial Accountant
Accounting and Finance
Christchurch, Canterbury
July 7, 2025
- Drive Change & Fresh Thinking
- Lead Reporting for a Trans-Tasman Business
- Enjoy Variety, Flexibility and Real Development Opportunities
We’re on the lookout for a Senior Financial Accountant who’s passionate about continuous improvement, confident challenging the status quo, and excited to bring fresh ideas and energy to an established, collaborative finance team. You'll join a team that supports a successful Trans-Tasman business — and you’ll be a key player in improving month-end processes, delivering accurate financial reports, and helping to shape future sustainability reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of key reporting obligations for Australian operations
- Spot ways to improve reporting processes and make them happen
- Help develop and roll out sustainability reporting – a great opportunity to grow your experience in this space
- Work across NZ and Australia teams, supporting audits, compliance, and system improvements
- Lead the preparation of AU subsidiary financial statements and support the preparation of Group financial statements
- Support the AU Tax Manager with all statutory requirements
- Be a go-to person for questions, ideas, and support – especially for more junior team members
What We’re Looking For
- A qualified Accountant (CA or similar) with a solid foundation in financial reporting or audit
- A natural change agent - curious, proactive, and always seeking smarter ways to do things
- Able to manage complexity and communicate clearly with stakeholders
- Comfortable working with people across teams and locations
- Bonus points if you’ve worked with Australian standards before
What’s On Offer
- Plenty of variety and the chance to work across both NZ and Aussie teams
- Flexible working options, wellbeing perks, and a culture that values growth
- Opportunity to shape and improve finance practices across the business
- Real career development including building your expertise in sustainability reporting
- Cross-border exposure and the chance for travel to Australia
If you’re looking for a role where you can really make a difference and bring your ideas to life we’d love to hear from you.

Kerri Jennings
Mob: 021 308 628
Email: kerri.jennings@echelongroup.co.nz
Please apply online at echelongroup.co.nz or click on Apply now.