Accountant

Ready to take your accounting career into a dynamic, hands-on environment?

If you’re a qualified accountant who enjoys the numbers and is ready to take full ownership of a finance function, Hanlon Plumbing & Pipe Services could be the perfect next step. Join a South Island leader in commercial and maintenance contracting, where you’ll manage all aspects of our finance operations, working alongside another skilled accountant, and directly contribute to the success of a practical, hardworking team.

At Hanlon, our people are the heart of our business. Our team’s expertise and commitment ensure we deliver reliable, high-quality services that make a real difference to our clients.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements, reports, and analyses to support management decisions
• Monitor cash flow, budgets, and financial performance against targets
• Manage month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries
• End-to-end management of payroll for 80–100 employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing
• Process accounts payable and receivable, providing guidance and supervision to the Accounts Payable Officer
• Prepare and lodge GST, income tax, and other statutory returns
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory requirements, and internal policies
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems
• Provide professional financial advice and support to management

What You'll Need

• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA)
• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Minimum 4–6 years’ experience in a hands-on accounting role, preferably within small to medium-sized businesses
• Proven experience managing payroll in a New Zealand context
• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero, MYOB, or Employment Hero) and strong Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and time management abilities
• Ability to work independently while providing strategic and operational financial support

What Makes You a Great Fit

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Hands-on approach with the ability to manage day-to-day finance operations directly
• Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable to the needs of a medium-sized business
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance staff
• Solution-oriented with the ability to identify and implement process improvements

If you’re looking to make a real impact in a thriving, project-focused business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and bring your accounting expertise to a team that values your contribution.