General Accountant - NZ

Job Summary

KDCI Outsourcing is seeking a General Accountant to manage day-to-day finance operations including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), banking, and month-end closing. This role requires accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while meeting critical deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage AP/AR operations, including invoice processing, payments, customer receipts, and expense claims.
• Monitor and reconcile bank accounts; ensure accuracy of daily and weekly transactions.
• Process monthly payment batches, direct debits, and ad hoc payments.
• Prepare and post month-end journals (accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, depreciation).
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close within deadlines.
• File monthly GST returns and manage related bank transactions.
• Support event-based bulk invoicing, receipting, and other high-volume activities as needed.
• Assist with cash flow forecasts, debtor monitoring, and other financial reporting tasks.
• Collaborate with the finance team to continuously improve processes and ensure compliance.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience in general accounting, AP/AR management, bank reconciliation, and month-end closing.
• Proficient in ERP or finance systems (e.g., On Account) and Microsoft Excel for structured accounting workflows, data processing, and financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet mid-month and month-end deadlines.
• Flexible to work additional hours during peak periods such as annual events.