Assistant Accountant

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

About the role

Financial reporting plays a key part of our business support services.  Your ability to assist in the provision and interpretation of our financial and accounting reports in a timely and accurate manner, will make this opportunity a success.  The financial reporting team forms part of the finance group who also look after payroll, accounts payable/receivable and project accounting.    

In more detail the role includes:

·         Bank payment processing, journal and month end reconciliations

·         Reconcile the bank accounts and process bank journals

·         Revalue foreign bank accounts

·         Updating and preparing 12 month rolling cash forecast

·         Liaison with bank arranging back account signatories etc.

·         Setup and maintain automatic payments

·         Post NZ fortnightly and manual payroll journals

·         Prepare month end salary accrual journals

·         Prepare monthly southern Cross journal and reconciliations

·         Preparing, filing, and reconciling Australian and New Zealand GST

·         Monthly reconciliations including accounts receivable and WIP

·          Preparing payroll clearing account reconciliation and salary accrual journals            

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts
• Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development
• Professional Memberships
• Health Insurance – Income Continuance Insurance (ICI) – Life Insurance
• Service Recognition Awards
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

About us

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

How to apply

To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Margaret McMeel on +64 9 580 4502 or +64 27 544 2930

Applications close on Wednesday 17 September 2025