Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant - North Shore, Auckland

• Privately owned group
• Dynamic industry leaders
• 60+ employees
• Growth opportunities
• Profit sharing scheme

The Company

Trading as entities of Rushmore Distributors (NZ), Computer Dynamics has been operating since 1989, and Hamer since 1938. Both are leaders in their fields, importing and distributing leading brands and quality products to a diverse array of channels and customers across New Zealand.

Servicing the whole of New Zealand, we have staff located across the country.  We understand that our people make all the difference.  As an organisation we strive to create a dynamic and positive working culture that engages, challenges, and rewards our staff.

The Role

We are recruiting for the position of Assistant Accountant, located at our head office in Albany on the North Shore of Auckland. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the role is integral to the continued growth and success of Rushmore Distributors (NZ).

The Assistant Accountant role is to provide accounting and administrative support to the Finance Team, with a focus on accounts payable, reconciliations, and month-end closing. The role contributes to the accurate and timely processing of financial data and ensures compliance with internal controls and reporting standards.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is varied and dynamic covering a wide range of financial and commercial responsibilities. It is a great opportunity for the right candidate looking to widen their skills and take their career to the next level.

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Accountant is responsible for the following duties:

• Processing high-volume accounts payable transactions, including invoice entry, remittance processing, and supplier statement reconciliations
• Performing general ledger reconciliations
• Managing credit card receipt processing
• Preparing international payments and maintaining currency exchange rates and hedgebook records
• Preparing and calculating monthly and quarterly rebate payments
• Processing employee expense claims
• Processing high volume customer credit returns
• Assisting with month-end close processes and financial reporting
• Providing backup support for GST and FBT return preparation
• Supporting the Credit Controller with receivables as required
• Maintaining documentation, filing systems, and ensuring data accuracy
• Answering phones and undertaking general administrative duties
• Carrying out other ad hoc tasks as reasonably directed by management

Key Skills and Attributes

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar finance or accounting role
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate level of skill (minimum) in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Experience with accounting software (Pronto experience is a plus)
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Business or accounting qualification (or currently studying) is advantageous

The Benefits

• Located in Albany, North Shore.
• Strong and stable Finance Team long-term team.
• Be part of a team with a strong culture of success.
• Fantastic opportunity for personal growth and development.
• Exciting, dynamic, challenging environment.
• Part of a large international group.
• A remuneration package including profit sharing will reflect the remit of the role.