• Position Intermediate and Senior Accountant
  • Division Alpha Recruitment
  • Job Type Permanent
  • Location Auckland
  • Ref# CE22168927
  • Posted 24 June 2026
  • Close off 3 July 2026

Our client is a chartered accounting firm in Auckland's CBD and they believe in valuing each individual for their unique strengths and aspirations, offering them the tools and support to thrive in their career journey. They offer flexible working and a great team environment. 

This client is currently recruiting for an Intermediate Accountant and a Senior Accountant to join a dynamic and supportive team. 

Key Responsibilities as Intermediate Accountant:

  • Manage a client portfolio, supported by juniors, seniors, and managers 
  • Develop confidence in client communication, working alongside partners and managers 
  • Deliver compliance work efficiently and accurately (financial statements, tax returns, GST) 
  • Contribute to client discussions beyond compliance, supporting advisory work 
  • Help improve turnaround times and reduce workflow pressure across the team 

Key Responsibilities as Senior Accountant:

  • Preparing income tax returns and compliance financial accounts across various entity types 
  • Managing cash flow planning, budgeting, and other advisory engagements 
  • Communicating directly with clients and responding to enquiries professionally and efficiently 
  • Allocating work, supervising and reviewing team output to ensure quality standards are met 
  • Coaching and supporting junior staff, including contributing to internal training sessions 
  • Working alongside Managers, Principals, and Partners on more complex advisory matters
  • Keeping up to date with changes in tax, accounting standards, and firm processes 

What you'll bring as an Intermediate Accountant:

  • Solid grounding in compliance (financial statements and tax) 
  • Ability to manage deadlines and multiple jobs 
  • Confident communicator, with the willingness to engage with clients (with support) and contribute to discussions beyond pure compliance 
  • Interest in technology and tools (including AI) to improve efficiency and workflow 
  • A mindset focused on learning, improvement, and progression 

What You’ll Bring as a Senior Accountant:

  • Degree in Business (Accounting major) and full CA membership (or equivalent) 
  • 3 - 4 years’ experience within a Chartered Accounting firm 
  • Strong technical capability across income tax returns and financial statements 
  • Experience preparing compliance accounts and managing multiple client deadlines 
  • Confidence reviewing work and coaching junior team members 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a willingness to build broader technology capability 
  • Exposure to digital tools and emerging technologies (including AI‑enabled accounting or advisory tools) is advantageous, with a willingness to adapt to evolving ways of working
  • Exposure to IFRS and/or cross border clients is highly regarded
  • Solid grounding in compliance (financial statements and tax) 

If you’re looking for a place where you can grow your career and be part of an engaged, supportive team, this opportunity is for you!

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