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Do you aspire to work for a world-class professional services firm, that stands out from its competitors with a culture rich in professional opportunity, personal fulfilment, and long-term growth? Then this is your opportunity to join a business that is more than a numbers machine.

There is so much more to BDO, and here is just a snapshot on why you should aspire to grow your career at BDO Rotorua:

• We are known for our relaxed and informal atmosphere, not common in our industry. Our culture promotes a collaborative workplace – among colleagues and clients alike.
• You’ll love the fact that you get more access to partners and early client involvement.
• We recognise that your career with us is just one aspect of your life, so balance is critical.
• We back your potential with exceptional professional development and study support through our National network.
• In addition to your competitive starting salary, we provide numerous benefits including flexible work policy, health & wellness benefits and discounted employee health insurance.

  
At BDO Rotorua, we understand exceptional service to our clients begins – and ends – with exceptional regard for our people.  We offer a unique and supportive culture in a locally owned firm that puts people first – whether that’s professional development, personal fulfilment, work-life balance or a flatter structure that ensures your get access to Partners and clients as soon as you enter our doors.
  
Living in Rotorua can offer you an excellent lifestyle with an abundance of outdoor activities centred around our lakes and forests and you have easy access to the Bay of Plenty coastline and the central plateau for summer and winter activities.
  
Key Requirements:
Ideally, your experience to date will include:

• A minimum of 2-3 years experience working in business advisory within a NZ accounting firm
• You have high standards and value accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with staff and clients
• Positive team player with drive to further your career and willingness to take accountability for your own work and development
• Strong written and oral communication and the ability to self manage and act decisively to solve problems
• Have an undergraduate degree in accounting or similar

The role is located at our BDO Rotorua office and is a full time (40 hours per week) role. Salary will depend on experience but a range of $68,000 - $78,000 (plus additional benefits) is expected. 

Please note, you must be currently in New Zealand and have the right to work, to be considered for this opportunity. Applicants who are not already residing in New Zealand with the right to work will not be considered for the role.


Job Description
The key tasks of this role include:

• Prepare coding of work / client workpapers for annual financial statements / taxation returns for all categories of clients from job allocation stage to review stage.
• Finalise financial statements / taxation returns following client interview, including monthly, quarterly, and bi-annual accounting for some clients. 
• Preparation of GST/PAYE/FBT/RWT returns in accordance with practice policies / systems in place.
• Prepare monthly reporting for clients to review stage and prepare correspondence to clients. 
• Responding to client queries appropriately and in a timely manner 
• Responding to Inland Revenue Department and other agency queries in a timely manner
• To undertake special assignments as required by the Partners

 
Next Steps
This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to grow their accounting  career and seeking experience in a supportive team with excellent professional development opportunities who also values work-life balance and a positive work culture.

If you meet the criteria, we would love to hear from you, please apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter telling us why you want to be a part of BDO Rotorua.

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