Accountant

We are looking for a capable and detail-driven Accountant to join our Finance team, reporting to the Commercial Manager. This is more than a traditional accounting role as you will play a key part in supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring financial integrity across a unique, purpose-driven organisation.

If you enjoy working closely with leaders, influencing outcomes, and being part of something bigger than just the numbers, this could be the role for you.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will provide high-level financial support across multiple entities, including:

• Waikato Diocesan School for Girls
• Waikato Board of Diocesan Schools (Proprietor’s Board)
• Waikato Diocesan School Foundation

You will partner with leadership and budget holders to deliver meaningful financial insights, while ensuring strong compliance, reporting accuracy, and continuous improvement across the finance function.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead month-end reporting, including journals and reconciliations
• Prepare annual financial statements

• Provide clear financial insights and variance analysis to support decision-making
• Partner with budget holders and lead financial review discussions
• Manage GST returns, audit, and ensure strong compliance practices
• Support budgeting and deliver cashflow forecasting
• Identify and implement process and system improvements