Intermediate Accountant

• Join us as an Intermediate Accountant and grow into a Chartered Accountant where your ideas and insights will influence real business decisions
• Join a 100% New Zealand owned company with an international reputation for quality
• Opportunities for growth with opportunities across multiple brands and locations

About the role

We’re on the lookout for an Intermediate Accountant who is ready to step foot in the industry. If you’re studying towards becoming a Chartered Accountant (or equivalent), we’ll support you every step of the way. Join a team where your work will have a real impact on the business.

This role is ideal for someone with a Bachelor of Commerce and 1–2 years of accounting experience, who is either pursuing or planning to begin their Chartered Accountancy (CA) qualification. As an Intermediate Accountant, you’ll take on more responsibility in financial reporting, compliance and analysis, while continuing to build your technical and professional capabilities.

As an Intermediate Accountant, you will be responsible for:

• Month end and year end tasks, such as but not limited to divisional allocations, AP accruals, and prepayment journals
• General accounting tasks such as bank reconciliation, fixed asset management, and financial accounting
• Accounting and performance projects such as capital expenditure justification, process automation, and analytics
• Developing an understanding of Talley’s core systems, improving efficiencies, and delivering insights to the business
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to management.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities.

For this role, you’ll need:

• Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in accounting
• Proficiency with MS Excel, experience with other MS applications is advantageous
• Strong computer literacy skills, experience with accounting and inventory software
• Ability to operate both independently and collaboratively with small and large teams
• A self-driven problem-solving attitude
• 1–3 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Enrolled in or planning to begin Chartered Accountancy (CA) studies.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Good communication and time management skills.

With Talley’s, you get:

• Great working conditions
• Generous staff discounts and perks
• Company laptop and cell phone
• Opportunities across multiple Talley’s brands
• Training provided
• Support for CA studies including mentorship.
• Exposure to complex financial tasks and business operations.
• A collaborative team environment with growth opportunities.
• Pathway to senior accounting or financial management roles

About Talley’s

Talley’s is a multi-division, international company that’s proudly New Zealand owned and operated, bringing the best New Zealand seafood, mussels, and vegetable products locally and to the world. With over 2000 employees across 12 South Island locations, we’re committed to excellence in everything we do.

There’s a history of goodness at Talley’s—and it’s not just our nutritious, delicious food. We stand by the impeccable quality of our products and our growing team of skilled workers as we bring healthy, delicious food to dinner tables near and far. What really sets us apart is the fact that all our products come directly from and are processed in New Zealand, and our people are fundamental to our success.

To find out more, check out our company video below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixoZtT46PXY

Ready to start?

If this sounds like a good fit for you, click the link to submit your resume and cover letter.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.

Is this role not the right fit for you? See our other openings at talleys.co.nz/careers.

Talley’s is a drug free workplace. All candidates may be required to under-go pre-employment and random drug screening. Applicants must be legally entitled to work permanently in New Zealand.