Te āheinga | The opportunity 
Whakaata Māori has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant to join our dedicated Finance team. 

He kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role
In this role, the Financial Accountant will:
•    Process journals for accruals, prepayments, depreciation, expenses, and revenue.
•    Perform and manage monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
•    Finalise accurate monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow.
•    Assist with statutory accounts, disclosure notes, and the annual report.
•    Oversee content amortisation compliance and collaborate on content production reporting.
•    Prepare accurate cashflow forecasts.
•    Manage the end-to-end Capex and Fixed Assets process.
•    Support interim and final audit preparations.
•    Partner with stakeholders and budget holders to meet financial targets.
•    Contribute professional and constructive ideas.
•    Provide backup support for accounts payable, receivable, banking, and contract services.
•    Support the Finance Business Partner as needed.
•    Manage payroll processes to ensure compliance with payroll-related legislation.
•    Serve as ERP administrator, ensuring optimal ERP usage and managing user access in Greentree.

He kōrero mōu ake | About you
•    CA/CPA Qualified 
•    Thorough understanding of the IPSAS/IFRS Reporting Standards 
•    3+ years’ experience in a relevant role (at least 2 years post CA qualification). 
•    Sound financial accounting and processing knowledge. 
•    Cross-functional skills and ability to operate in different finance roles.
•    Experience in accounts payable and payroll processing 
•    GST, RWT, NRWT, FBT and other tax returns knowledge 
•    Intermediate to advanced excel skills. 

Tā mātou tāpaetanga | What we offer
•    Support  on your journey of learning te reo Māori
•    A generous 5 weeks of annual leave after just 12 months of service, supporting your hauora (well-being)
•    Access to discounted health insurance with Southern Cross, complimentary flu shots, and a confidential support and guidance through our EAP service
•    Free parking

Our dedicated kaihoe (team members) consistently express their deep connection to our kaupapa. Now, it's your opportunity to become a part of our extraordinary team. Waste no time, apply now, as we'll be eagerly reviewing applications. 

He kōrero mō Whakaata Māori | About Whakaata Māori
Whakaata Māori is Aotearoa New Zealand’s national Māori television and digital broadcaster that inspires viewers to connect with te ao Māori through compelling and authentic Māori content. As a pioneer in Māori storytelling for nearly 20 years, Whakaata Māori illuminates the Māori language and culture and elevates Māori voices and perspectives. We deliver a diverse range of educational, informative, and entertainment content that reflects the unique identity of Aotearoa, promoting an inclusive environment that fosters the growth and revitalisation of te reo me ngā tikanga Māori. Each day, Whakaata Māori reaches thousands of viewers through channels, Whakaata Māori and Te Reo and online entertainment platform Māori+. Our news site teaomaori.news connects people to the important Māori issues throughout the day.