Senior Chartered Accountant

Advance your accounting career with advisory-focused accounting work, strong remuneration and an opportunity to explore future ownership pathways. McCallum + Dallas is looking to welcome a Senior Chartered Accountant (CA) to the team. This role requires an understanding of clients' realities and the ability to deliver trusted advice that supports confident decision making, business success and greater freedom in life. A progressive and well‑established accounting firm, McCallum + Dallas continues to invest in modern technology, systems and innovation. This commitment extends to its people, with flexible working arrangements, tailored career development opportunities and the potential for future leadership and ownership pathways. Core Responsibilities Lead a portfolio of business clients, providing accounting, taxation and advisory services. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, delivering commercial insights and practical advice that enables strategic decision‑making. Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, tax compliance, management reporting and other client deliverables. Mentor and develop team members, contributing to a positive, high‑performing culture. Identify opportunities to add value for clients through business improvement initiatives, tax planning, financing, succession planning and other strategic advisory services. Contribute to the ongoing growth and future of McCallum + Dallas. Candidate Profile We are seeking a commercially minded and relationship‑focused Chartered Accountant who is passionate about helping clients succeed. Beyond technical expertise, you will bring sound judgement and a commercial perspective, helping clients navigate challenges and identify opportunities. Key Attributes & Experience Chartered Accountant qualification with significant public practice experience. Demonstrated ability to build trusted client relationships and deliver high quality advisory services. Strong technical capability across accounting and taxation functions. Proven leadership skills, including mentoring and developing team members. Strategically minded with the ability to identify and add value. Experience working with cloud‑based accounting software, including Xero and Figured. High professional standards and excellence in client service delivery. Ambition to play a meaningful role in the future direction of McCallum + Dallas. Remuneration & Benefits McCallum + Dallas is committed to attracting and retaining exceptional people by offering a competitive remuneration package and an enjoyable working environment. Benefits Include Highly competitive salary package. Flexible working arrangements that accommodate family and personal commitments. Paid birthday leave. Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities. Support towards obtaining a Certificate of Public Practice (CPP), if applicable. Work with a modern cloud‑based technology stack, including Xero, Figured, FYI Elite, XPM Tax, XPM Workpapers, ProvCheck, Ignition, The Gap and Microsoft 365. Clear opportunities to progress into leadership and director‑level responsibilities. Potential for future ownership or equity participation. The opportunity to build a long‑term career with a respected and established South Taranaki firm. Application Information For further information about McCallum + Dallas, please visit www.mccallum-dallas.co.nz. To apply for this position, please submit your application via the Seek Apply button. Confidential enquiries or expressions of interest can be directed to Racquel Cleaver‑Pittams at Human Consultancy via www.humanrc.nz. All enquiries and communications will be treated in the strictest confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr