Associate Director - Complex Accounting and Reporting

Join us. But be you. At Deloitte, you’ll do more than just join something, you’ll add something.  You’ve found a place that values your curiosity, passion, and desire to work alongside brilliant people on the things that really matter. There really is only one question: What impact do YOU want to make? 

You’ll join our Complex Accounting and Reporting team in the Audit, Assurance and Reporting Advisory business unit as an Associate Director based in Tāmaki-makau-rau/Auckland. In this role, you’ll help clients navigate complex transactions and ensure they are reflected appropriately in their external reporting. You’ll work across industries, collaborating with other teams (Audit, Tax, Corporate Finance, Risk Advisory, Consulting) to practically apply your knowledge of New Zealand accounting and reporting standards to deliver solutions that are accurate, practical, and client oriented.

The team you'll join

Solving complex technical accounting problems and applying deep technical expertise to support clients facing disruptive change is a shared passion. We love tackling diverse challenges and finding solutions collaboratively.

As accounting and reporting specialists, we also:

• support our auditors and finance professionals through the delivery of accounting learning and resources (tools and templates), and
• develop thought leadership through client publications and standard setter submissions.

The impact you'll make:

• Providing accurate and practical accounting or corporate reporting advice for unique client challenges (including external and internal clients).
• Supporting clients through disruptive events (such as M&A, divestments).
• Managing multiple pieces of work concurrently, ensuring that client and internal deadlines are met.
• Contributing to / or being responsible for the preparation of the firm’s corporate reporting publications, such as model financial statements, accounting alerts and financial reporting checklists.
• Bringing your point of view and energy to the team.

Your expertise:

• You are authentic, driven by excellence, and committed to delivering solutions for our clients.
• You love solving problems for clients and enjoy working in a dynamic, evolving environment.
• You're analytical, curious, and willing to learn, always seeking to stay ahead of regulatory, industry and standard setter changes.
• You lead by example, building strong relationships with clients and your Deloitte Whanau.
• You have excellent project management and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across function and disseminate knowledge to others.
• You are self-motivated, client-focused, and results-driven with a passion for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualified with CAANZ (or global equivalent) with a minimum of five years of experience.
• Strong technical accounting expertise, including knowledge of IFRS Accounting Standards and Public Benefit Entity Standards.
• Experience managing projects in audit, professional services, or industry. Some previous experience in Audit and general knowledge of auditing standards is preferred.

So, who is Deloitte in Aotearoa?  

We are driven by our desire to create positive outcomes for our clients, communities, and people. Everything we do is with intent - the intent to make a meaningful difference.

Our shared values are at the heart of everything we do. Living these values, including ‘taking care of each other’ and ‘fostering inclusion’, is essential to ensuring everyone feels included at work and able to reach their full potential. For us to succeed and thrive as an organisation, we understand the importance of creating a culture where diverse perspectives matter and where everyone is given an equal opportunity to grow and develop.

How you'll be rewarded

We hold a simple belief – that our people’s hard work should be recognised and rewarded beyond their remuneration. The Deloitte experience is founded on concepts of trust, balance, wellbeing and the importance of personal connection.

We offer 

• Flexible work arrangements – work in a way that suits you, us and our clients best     
• Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships 
• Subsidised health insurance 
• Income protection insurance 
• 22 days annual leave 
• Social events, social sports teams, and monthly firm drinks 
• A focus on wellness and well-being  
• Community focused volunteer days 
• A focus on the environment and sustainability 
• Plus much more 

   Does this sound like the sort of role and organisation for you? Then apply now! We’d love to hear from you. 

We believe the strongest teams are made up of diverse individuals and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognise that women and individuals from under-represented backgrounds may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all criteria. If you're passionate about this role and believe you have the skills, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience, ideal working hours or qualifications aren't a perfect match.

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