Accounts | Finance Manager

About the job Accounts | Finance Manager Peryer Construction is a Wellington region wide commercial construction firm based in Upper Hutt, delivering quality new builds and refurbishments across the education, industrial, commercial, community and residential sectors. With a tight‑knit team of around 30 local staff, strong community roots and a leadership team focused on practical solutions, safety and continuous improvement, we are known for dependable delivery, positive stakeholder relationships and community support. Joining Peryer Construction means hands‑on work, collaborative project teams and opportunities to improve systems and processes across the business. About the role Peryer Construction is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to lead its small finance function and oversee end‑to‑end financial operations. This hands‑on senior role includes leadership responsibility, system ownership and close collaboration with Directors and project teams. Key tasks & responsibilities Lead and support the Accounts Assistant Manage accounts payable and receivable, retentions, fixed assets and supplier relationships Maintain Xero and Smoothx data integrity and Procore integrations; keep financial master data and SOPs up to date Perform bank reconciliations, month‑end and year‑end preparation; provide timely financial reporting and analysis to Directors Process payroll for all employees and manage statutory compliance: GST, PAYE, RWT, ACC, provisional tax and IRD filings Monitor cashflow, advise Directors of financial risks and support project teams with Procore/Xero mapping Improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls and maintain confidentiality What we offer A varied, senior finance role with clear leadership and system‑ownership responsibilities. Close working relationship with Directors and project teams in a growing, locally focused construction business. An opportunity to shape and improve accounting processes, controls and system integrations (Xero / Procore). A supportive, small‑team culture with practical, solution‑focused leadership and community engagement. Ongoing professional development and the chance to influence business performance. What you will bring Demonstrated senior accounts/finance experience and proven leadership Solid knowledge and experience managing and processing payroll and taxation obligations Excellent organisation, attention to detail, ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines Professionalism, confidentiality, a continuous‑improvement mindset and strong stakeholder communication skills. Construction industry experience would be great, but not essential #J-18808-Ljbffr