Accountant - Reporting and Control

About Genesis

Genesis is dedicated to shaping New Zealand's energy future by embracing innovative technology, progressive thinking, and operational excellence. Joining Genesis means contributing to a better tomorrow for Aotearoa through meaningful work.

Role Overview

As an Accountant specializing in Reporting and Control based in Hamilton with flexible working arrangements, you will ensure the accuracy and compliance of financial reports within the Genesis Group. This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities including financial statement preparation, month-end processes, audits, emissions accounting, and regulatory reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage emissions unit accounting tasks such as accruals, journal entries, settlements, and the annual emissions return.
• Prepare month-end journal entries and conduct balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts.
• Support the preparation of annual and half-year financial statements at the Group and subsidiary levels, along with audit support.
• Compile Crown financial reports and address inquiries from the Treasury as needed.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Possess a Commerce degree in Accountancy or a related discipline.
• Be a Chartered Accountant (CA) or actively pursuing CA qualification.
• Demonstrate 2 to 3 years of experience in financial accounting, preferably within corporate, audit, or professional services sectors with a strong foundation in core accounting functions.
• Exhibit proficiency in month-end procedures, journal entries, reconciliations, ledger maintenance, and financial reporting.
• Show intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and comfort handling numerical data.
• Possess good problem-solving capabilities and the aptitude to develop collaborative relationships across teams.

Additional Information

Energy industry experience is not mandatory. Key attributes include attention to detail, a curious mindset, effective communication, and eagerness to learn specialized accounting areas.

Benefits and Perks

• Southern Cross medical insurance alongside life, trauma, and income protection coverages.
• Discounts on electricity and gas bills plus 20 additional Power Shout hours annually.
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matching up to 4%, or 3% with the GenSaver allowance.
• Flexible working arrangements and leave policies to support work-life balance.
• An annual wellbeing allowance, access to Best Doctors online services for employees and family, and other wellness programs.
• Opportunities for career growth within a nurturing learning culture.

Diversity and Inclusion

Genesis is committed to a recruitment process that is equitable, accessible, and inclusive. The company welcomes requests for accommodations to ensure full participation in the hiring journey.