Management Accountant (Financial Team Leader)

Company Description

Accessable’s mission, to provide solutions for better living, guides them every day and reminds them of the positive impact their work has on the lives of tens of thousands of New Zealanders each year. They offer a comprehensive range of disability and rehabilitation equipment, housing modifications, and support services that empower people to live fuller, more independent lives.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join their Commercial team.  This newly established role will play a pivotal part in delivering high-quality financial reporting, forecasting, and performance insights that drive strategic decision-making.

You will contribute to board-level reporting, develop robust activity-based forecasts, and provide in-depth financial analysis to support operational performance and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional who thrives on turning data into meaningful insights and adding real value to the business.

Leading a small team responsible for accounts activities, a key aspect of this role is the active participation in the Operational Leadership Group, where you will collaborate across all areas of the business to support operational decision-making.  You will bring a strong commercial perspective, providing clear financial insights that help guide operational decisions while supporting the effective day-to-day performance of the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver board-level financial reporting, including clear analysis of performance, trends, and variances
• Develop and maintain activity-based forecasts, supporting budgeting and forward planning
• Provide insightful financial analysis, modelling, and pricing support to inform operational decision-making
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of financial data and reporting
• Lead and coordinate finance team activities, driving service delivery, performance, and continuous improvement
• Support operational excellence through strong financial processes and quality assurance

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with:

• A tertiary qualification in an accounting, finance or related discipline
• Progress towards CA/CPA preferred but not essential
• Previous supervisory or team leadership exposure an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience in management accounting, financial reporting and/or financial analysis with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights for senior leadership.
• Excellent communication, organisational skills and a commitment to detail and data integrity.

Additional Information

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you'll be part of the Operational Leadership Group (OLG), actively contributing to day-to-day operational activities and collaborating across departments to drive service excellence. The team culture is inclusive, supportive, and values real impact – you’ll finish each day knowing your work matters.

Accessable offer a safe, welcoming, and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and lived experience. If you’re someone who brings energy, integrity, and a drive to make a difference — we want to hear from you.

If this role sounds like you, please apply today through our HR partner, HR Connect Limited.