Project Accountant
Permanent / Full Time
Are you a Project Accountant wanting to work closer to investment decisions and long-term development projects?
Shape the financial direction of large-scale horticulture developments
This is an opportunity to step into a commercially focused Project Accountant role where your work directly supports investment decisions, project performance and long-term asset value.
If you enjoy working closely with projects rather than purely in the ledger, this role offers both variety and impact.
About Craigmore Sustainables
Craigmore Sustainables is a purpose-led asset management and investment business, specialising in farming, horticulture and forestry. With over 35,000 hectares under management and $1.1 billion in assets, Craigmore works alongside global investors to deliver sustainable outcomes, stewarding New Zealand’s natural assets for future generations.
Underpinned by values of trust, sustainability and long-term responsibility, Craigmore is a leader in the management of farming, forestry and horticultural assets across New Zealand. Its commitment to sustainable practice and delivering strong outcomes for both investors and communities has driven significant growth.
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager – Horticulture, this role sits within a collaborative finance team supporting the horticulture development function.
You will play a key role in providing financial insight across capital projects, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting and contract performance monitoring. The role works closely with both internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring financial information is accurate, timely and clearly communicated.
This is a broad role that combines project accounting, financial modelling and governance, with exposure to investor reporting and business case development.
Key Responsibilities:
You will bring a strong foundation in accounting, along with the ability to work commercially across projects and stakeholders.
Why This Role?
This is an opportunity to step into a broad, commercially focused role where you’ll work closely with projects and stakeholders, gaining exposure and contributing to meaningful investment and development outcomes.
Applications close 1st May 2026
We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be progressed prior to the closing date.
Apply now, or contact Mel Eradus on 03 265 0668 or Mel@bishopassociates.co.nz for a confidential discussion.
This is an opportunity to step into a commercially focused Project Accountant role where your work directly supports investment decisions, project performance and long-term asset value.
If you enjoy working closely with projects rather than purely in the ledger, this role offers both variety and impact.
About Craigmore Sustainables
Craigmore Sustainables is a purpose-led asset management and investment business, specialising in farming, horticulture and forestry. With over 35,000 hectares under management and $1.1 billion in assets, Craigmore works alongside global investors to deliver sustainable outcomes, stewarding New Zealand’s natural assets for future generations.
Underpinned by values of trust, sustainability and long-term responsibility, Craigmore is a leader in the management of farming, forestry and horticultural assets across New Zealand. Its commitment to sustainable practice and delivering strong outcomes for both investors and communities has driven significant growth.
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager – Horticulture, this role sits within a collaborative finance team supporting the horticulture development function.
You will play a key role in providing financial insight across capital projects, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting and contract performance monitoring. The role works closely with both internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring financial information is accurate, timely and clearly communicated.
This is a broad role that combines project accounting, financial modelling and governance, with exposure to investor reporting and business case development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver project and management reporting, including capital expenditure tracking
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modelling
- Provide financial insight to inform investment decisions and business cases
- Monitor project performance, costs, and contract outcomes
- Contribute to investor and board reporting requirements
- Identify and implement process improvements across finance and project delivery
You will bring a strong foundation in accounting, along with the ability to work commercially across projects and stakeholders.
- Proven experience in financial or management accounting, in a commercially focused environment
- Experience across project accounting, capital projects or fixed assets
- Strong financial modelling capability with well-developed analytical skills
- Confident working with stakeholders across finance and operations
- Clear communicator, well organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively
- Exposure to horticulture, construction, or property development environments would be beneficial
Why This Role?
- Exposure to investment decision-making and project development
- Collaborative team environment with strong stakeholder engagement
- Opportunity to influence processes and improve how projects are delivered
- Values-led organisation - sustainability and long-term thinking at the core
- Flexible working - hybrid options and a high-trust culture
This is an opportunity to step into a broad, commercially focused role where you’ll work closely with projects and stakeholders, gaining exposure and contributing to meaningful investment and development outcomes.
Applications close 1st May 2026
We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be progressed prior to the closing date.
Apply now, or contact Mel Eradus on 03 265 0668 or Mel@bishopassociates.co.nz for a confidential discussion.
