Company Accountant

About us

Backed by three generations of experience, Universal Homes is one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest residential developers. We have proudly designed and built tens of thousands of quality homes in sought‑after locations across the country. Known for our trusted reputation, long‑standing partnerships with local suppliers, and focus on construction innovation, we continue to deliver homes that offer exceptional value, durability, and future‑focused design.We are seeking a finance professional to support our accounts team and development projects.

About the role

Coordinate our accounting, reporting and financial budgeting, reporting to the Director overseeing Finance. You will review the Financial Accountant’s work and support reliable financial information across our residential development projects. This is a finance-only position.

Key responsibilities

·        Coordinate month-end and year-end close, review journals and balance sheet reconciliations, and resolve outstanding accounting matters.

·        Prepare management and Board reporting with clear explanations of financial performance, budget variances and project results.

·        Coordinate the annual financial budget and rolling forecasts, consolidating departmental submissions and approved workforce cost summaries.

·        Review land, development inventory, project allocations, sales settlements, fixed assets, leases and loan and interest accounting.

·        Maintain and validate approved project data in the ERP and check consistency with accounting records.

·        Review supplier payment schedules and supporting approvals; oversee accounting review of expense claims and escalate exceptions.

·        Review tax working papers, coordinate audit schedules and support external advisers under the Director’s oversight.

·        Improve accounting processes, controls and ERP reporting; provide day-to-day coordination and review across the accounts team.

About you

·        Relevant accounting qualification; CA or CPA qualification preferred.

·        New Zealand experience owning month-end, management reporting, budgets and accounting review.

·        Property development, construction or project accounting experience would be an advantage.

·        Strong Excel and ERP skills, sound judgement and the ability to explain financial information clearly.

Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience through this advertisement.