About the Assignment

• Exposure to complex entity structures and a dynamic environment
• Hands-on management accounting role with an opportunity to make a real impact
• Six-month assignment, immediate start

Bishop Associates is seeking experienced Management Accountants who are available for immediate starts for a well-regarded, values-led organisation based in Christchurch on a temporary basis for approximately 6 months.
 
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business with a diverse portfolio and a strong reputation for sustainable growth. Working with a collaborative and supportive finance team, you'll contribute directly to performance reporting, analysis, and decision-making with plenty of scope to add value and influence outcomes across the business.
 
About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, you will play a key role in financial and management reporting across multiple entities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Completing month-end processes and preparing accurate management accounts.
• Delivering financial and operational reports, including variance analysis and consolidations across multiple entities.
• Drive annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and performance monitoring.
• Partnering closely with commercially astute business managers to support operational performance.
• Assisting with statutory reporting and external audit processes.
• Monitoring and report on fixed assets and capex.
• Driving process improvements and supporting the use of financial systems and analytical tools.

About You

You're a qualified accounting professional (CA/CPA preferred) with solid experience in management accounting and financial reporting. To succeed, you'll bring:

• Experience utilising financial models for financial planning purposes.
• Strong commercial awareness and compliance knowledge.
• Excellent Excel and financial systems skills (ERP or similar).
• Proven ability to work independently and engage confidently with stakeholders.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with an eye for detail.
• And due to the temporary nature of this role, we need someone able to start quickly with an ability to hit the ground running.

Experience working within a complex corporate structure and familiarity with short term assignments would be an advantage but are not essential.
 
Why Apply?

You'll join a collaborative team in an organisation that values its people and offers variety in a busy, interesting environment. This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact quickly and leave a lasting impression.
 
Applications will be reviewed as they are received so we encourage you to apply promptly so as not to miss this opportunity! 
 
Apply now or contact Heather Ewing on 03 265 0667 or via email heather@bishopassociates.co.nz for a confidential conversation.