Accounts Officer

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. At KPMG, we believe in fuelling prosperity for all New Zealanders. This purpose drives everything we do, from our client work to internal practises, all guided by our shared values of Integrity, Courage, Excellence, Together, for Better.

Do you enjoy working with numbers and ensuring processes run smoothly?

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Officer to join our Finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing employee expense claims and providing exceptional support to our internal stakeholders. Your contribution will help ensure expenses are processed accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner.

• Review, verify, and process employee expense claims in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure expense claims are accurately coded and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Process corporate credit card reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.
• Respond to employee queries regarding expense claims and reimbursement processes.
• Monitor outstanding claims and follow up on missing information or approvals.
• Assist with accounts payable tasks, including invoice processing and supplier payments, as required.
• Reconcile expense-related accounts and assist with month-end reporting activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve expense management processes and controls.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, tax requirements, and audit standards.
• Provide administrative and finance support to the wider Finance team as required.

• Previous experience in an Accounts Officer, Accounts Payable, Finance Administration, or similar finance role.
• Experience with expense claim processing, accounts payable, and bank reconciliations.
• Knowledge of SAP (preferred).
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• A good understanding of financial controls and expense management processes.
• Experience using accounting and expense management systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Confidence working with stakeholders at all levels across the business.
• A professional, patient, and friendly approach, both in person and over the phone.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute as part of a team.

 

 

KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent. 

 

For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please email Emma at KPMGAccessibilityNetwork@kpmg.co.nz.

 

For any general questions about the role or recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at Jobs@kpmg.co.nz.

 

We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a holistic range of benefits to support your life balance, whatever your circumstance. We want you to do Work That Matters, Thrive and Grow and know that you Belong here with us, at KPMG. 

 

As a KPMG employee, we will offer you:

 

—  Access to the firm's annual incentive scheme

—  Opportunities for local and international secondments

—  Hybrid working across a mix of office, client and home hubs to recognise that people have individual circumstances and preferences when it comes to where and how they work

— The ability to work from overseas and extend time connecting with friends and family outside New Zealand

—  Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave

—  Gender-neutral support for all stages of the parental journey, including access to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents

—   A paid professional association membership of your choice

—   Digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees

—   A wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, banking services, and lifestyle goods and services

—   The support, allyship and opportunity to join our many Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Affinity networks, including the Kiwa, Pride, Ethnicity, Accessibility and Wahine groups

—  The opportunity to participate in Green Team activities, as we work toward reducing the firm’s environmental footprint and become carbon zero by 2030

—  An invitation to join your local Social club and enjoy events aimed at bringing people together for social, sporting, cultural, family and fundraising activities

—  Paid time off for volunteering and involvement in citizenship activities

—  An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, subsidised sporting events, free confidential counselling services, additional 5 days of Wellbeing leave to support you and your family's overall health and wellness, access to our Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more!

 

We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.