ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

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Date: Mar 24, 2025

Location: Tokoroa, Waikato, NZ, 2392

Company: John Deere

Who We Are

Integrity. Quality. Commitment and Innovation.
These are our values and not only what we stand by but what we stand for. We believe in empowering people. We create and deliver solutions. We give back to community. We think differently and we do it better. Our innovative spirit has driven us to continually evolve and deliver solutions to our dealers and our community and made us a business that our people are proud of and proud to work for.

Waratah NZ Limited (a John Deere Company) has proudly served the global forestry industry for more than 40 years, pioneering mechanized harvesting with first-class products of distinct quality, durability, and reliability paired with unparalleled customer support. 

With John Deere, we run so life can leap forward. This powerful purpose is our promise to humankind that we will dream, design, and deliver breakthrough products that sustain our world for generations to come. The world is counting on us to feed billions of people and build vital infrastructures in villages, towns and megacities. And we live up to the legacy our founder forged in a one-room blacksmith's shop nearly two centuries ago by creating a culture that brings out the best in all of us. A culture where great ideas thrive because every voice is heard.

Title: ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT 
Primary Location: New Zealand (NZ) - Tokora
Function: Accounting / Finance
Hiring Manager: Wayne Adolph

 

The Role

 

Performs various accounting functions for the Waratah New Zealand Accounting Team covering multiple Business Units. Coordinates, prepares and analyses reports that provide summary financial information for each Business Unit.  Responsible for Cashbook transactions and Accounts Receivable functions.  Provides support to the Accounting and Finance Team.

What You Will Be Responsible For

  • Complete GST and FBT returns (all Business units).
  • Complete Compliance Audit Reports (all Business units).
  • Provide accounting support including Month Close Support, Balance sheet reconciliations and JD Net account reconciliations for all Business units.
  • Provide Accounting cover and support during absence of Accounting Team members. Including Month Close Support, preparation of journals, sales and inventory reconciliations, exhibits and balance sheet reconciliations and other tasks as required.
  • Project work to drive efficiencies in process and automation of system tasks.
  • Complete and/or supervise daily/monthly Cashbook duties (bank reconciliations, supplier payments, Deere Netting).
  • Responsible for Accounts Receivable (Debtors reconciliations, Payment Off-sets, Credit Control, Intercompany Confirmations
  • Provide support and cover during absence for capital Expenditure, including preparing Capital applications, monthly reconciliations, reporting, maintaining Fixed Asset register, depreciation and capital reports.
  • Preparation of Balance Sheet reconciliations for Capital/Fixed Asset GL accounts across all units.
  • Assist with functional area audit compliance testing as required.

What Attributes You Will Need To Be Successful In The Role

  • A curious Mind
  • A Team Player with great communication and collaboration.
  • Always Attention to detail. 
  • Agile and able to prioritize.
  • Consistently thought provoking.
  • Inquisitive to looking for improvements.
  • Searching to drive efficiencies.

What you’ll get in return

At Waratah, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go. Here, you'll enjoy the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement.

We are a Global company that truly values its people and provides a broad range of benefits which include a competitive remuneration package, flexible working, social activities, health and safety programs and ongoing training and development opportunities.

We embrace and strive for a workforce that is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and to provide a workplace where people feel included, valued and supported.  We welcome applications from all backgrounds and believe that by understanding and respecting each other’s differences we will perform at our best!

What you need to do now
If you have the experience outlined above, and the passion to succeed, we would love to hear from you!
Please click the 'APPLY' button now and send through your resume and cover letter detailing your previous relevant experience and why you are the perfect candidate for our team. 

Applications for this position will close at close of business [ Date]

Note:  Appropriate work authorisations are required in this country prior to application.  International/Domestic Relocation within Australia/New Zealand is/is not available for this position.

Waratah believes in the power of diversity in the workforce and we and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


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