Group Financial Accountant
Build your finance career where strong reporting, commercial insight and sound governance help connect a thriving region to the world.
Napier Port is central New Zealand’s gateway to global markets, strategically located on the eastern shipping route. Health and safety is at the heart of our culture, and we believe safety is a collective responsibility shared by everyone at our port.
Our purpose is clear: Together, we build a thriving region by connecting our customers, people and community to the world.
Our people are the source of our success. Our values guide how we work: Accountability – Haepapa, Integrity – Tika Me Te Pono, Adaptability – Urutau, Trust – Ngakau Pono, and Ethical & Authentic Leadership – Arahi Pono.
The role
Reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager, you’ll play an important role in supporting the performance of our finance team, with the opportunity to develop your expertise and take responsibility across a broad range of core finance activities.
Working across financial reporting, compliance, treasury, financial planning and analysis, and continuous improvement, your key priorities will include:
- Contributing to month-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations, management reporting, analysis and business partnering.
- Supporting external financial reporting in accordance with NZ IFRS and NZX requirements, and working with external auditors to achieve clean and timely audit sign-off.
- Supporting tax and compliance activities, including tax provisions, deferred tax calculations and GST, FBT and other required returns.
- Supporting treasury and working capital management, including monitoring daily cashflows, maintaining debt facilities and compliance, and supporting hedging relationships.
- Contributing to financial planning and analysis, including forecasting, scenario and sensitivity analysis, lease management and project support.
- Supporting fixed asset processes and helping improve finance systems, processes and controls to strengthen financial management and decision-making.
- Supporting and coaching others within the finance team, while providing cover for the Financial Reporting Manager when required.
- Actively contributing to a zero-harm workplace and promoting a strong safety culture across the port.
What you’ll bring
We’re looking for someone who combines strong accounting capability with curiosity, sound judgement and an interest in understanding how the wider business operates.
To be successful in the role, you’ll bring:
- Five or more years’ accounting experience gained in a CA firm or similar corporate environment.
- CA membership of CAANZ, or an international equivalent.
- A strong understanding of finance operations, including financial systems, methodologies, techniques and technology.
- Intermediate Excel skills and experience using financial reporting tools.
- Strong attention to detail and sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective planning, organisation and communication skills, with the ability to work constructively across the finance team and wider business.
- A focus on continuous improvement and finding better ways to support the finance team and organisation.
Why Napier Port?
When you join Napier Port, you’re joining an organisation where your work contributes to the success of our customers, our community and the wider regional economy.
Applications close: Monday, 16 November 2026. Note: You must have current eligibility to work in NZ.
To apply: Submit your CV and a brief cover letter via SEEK or the Napier Port website.
Disclaimer: At Napier Port, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to contribute their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Napier Port does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Napier Port is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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