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Posted 26 August, 2026

Senior Accounting Manager

Fulton Hogan
Wellington, WGN, NZ Full Time
Reference: 66c58aad040190b9

Job Description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. We're looking for a Senior Accounting Manager to join our Dunedin Region and help drive good work behind the scenes and on the ground. In this role, you'll support the Finance Manager to deliver accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and practical commercial support across our operating divisions. This is a senior role with real impact. You'll work closely with divisional leaders, help shape better business decisions, mentor accounting team members, and keep things moving with a calm head and high standards. If you like being trusted to get stuck in, improve how things are done, and work with good people who back each other, this could be your place. Support monthly accounting, reporting, forecasting and budget processes across regional divisions, making sure deadlines are met and financial information is accurate. Review P&Ls, WIP reports, inventories and balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks, issues and opportunities early. Partner with divisional and departmental leaders to provide practical financial advice, support project cost reviews and contribute to business improvement initiatives. Help maintain strong financial controls, compliance and system integrity across JDE and related finance processes. Mentor and support accounting team members A tertiary qualification in accounting or a related field, along with CA or CPA designation. At least 5 years' post qualification experience in a senior accounting or finance role. Strong knowledge of accounting standards, legislation, financial reporting and commercial practices, ideally within a contracting or project-based environment. Sharp analytical skills, sound business acumen, and the confidence to turn financial data into useful insight. A collaborative, down to earth style, with the ability to build trust, support others, and keep safety and wellbeing front of mind. At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You'll have access to: Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period. KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%. Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support. Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities. Great discounts at a wide range of retailers. At Fulton Hogan, good work is more than what we deliver. It's how we show up, how we treat each other, and how we keep moving forward together. We're a business that backs ideas and knows when to switch on and deliver. You'll be joining a team that values straight up communication, practical thinking, and people who pitch in. We set high standards, support each other to grow, and give people the trust and space to make an impact. That's the Fulton Hogan way. Good Work. Candidates must have legal rights to work in New Zealand. All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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