Financial Accountant

At AgResearch, our purpose is to use science to enhance the value, productivity, and profitability of New Zealand’s pastoral, agri-food, and agri-technology sector value chains to contribute to economic growth and beneficial environmental and social outcomes for New Zealand. We are committed to the knowledge system of mātauranga Māori on equal footing with Western science and existing structures, that have helped support positive change in farming practices and food production in Aotearoa.

The role and opportunity

AgResearch is seeking a dedicated Financial Accountant to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, based at our Lincoln Campus in Canterbury.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to use their financial acumen and leadership skills to improve business performance and enhance the impact being made by the Corporate Finance team. As Financial Accountant, your role will have primary responsibility for fixed assets and capital expenditure. You will also support the team to cover the accounting responsibilities for AgResearch’s subsidiaries and associates, assisting the Group Finance Manager to meet requirements for all statutory reporting, group management reporting, treasury, and taxation. This role works closely with the Business Planning and Performance team, as well as assisting staff in other groups around the organisation.

Minimum guaranteed hours : 40 per week

What you will be doing

• Managing fixed assets, depreciation, and capital expenditure processes
• Preparing depreciation and capital expenditure forecasts and budgets
• Supporting capital expenditure business case preparation
• Preparing monthly financial reporting and assisting with year-end Group Consolidated Financial Statements
• Providing accounting support to corporate areas of the business

Your ideal background

We encourage applications from candidates with an understanding of or a willingness to develop their capability in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and / or te reo Māori.

Benefits

AgResearch provides a diverse range of benefits including extensive flexible working options that help employees balance their own lifestyle and needs with their work commitments.

This role will suit a passionate, talented, and collaborative person who is motivated to drive their career forward within this vital New Zealand organisation. If this sounds like you, apply today, including a cover letter detailing why you feel you would be suitable for this position.

To view the full position description for this role, click here, or please visit our careers site agresearchcareers.co.nz.

Applications close : 9 March 2025

AgResearch is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an environment that embraces, promotes and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage and welcome candidates from any background, so please don’t hesitate to apply for this position or call us to discuss this further.

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