Accounting Professional - APAC & Global

Your Title: Accounting Professional - APAC & Global

Job Location: Onsite Christchurch, New Zealand

Job Type: Permanent

Reporting to: APAC Accounting Senior Manager

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with a passion for financial accuracy and process improvement? Do you have experience in financial reporting, month-end reporting, technical accounting, as well as internal controls and continuous improvement? Are you skilled in using Excel to analyze complex financial data? This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and gain experience in a large US-listed international organisation. If this is you, we want to hear from you! 

What You Will Do

In this role as part of our dynamic accounting team, you will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy and efficiency in this global and local accounting role. You will be responsible for some monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including Lease Accounting for the Global Group, and detailed entries for the NZ entity, with input and review of the full NZ results.

With a keen eye for process improvement, you'll identify and implement enhancements to streamline financial operations. Additionally, you’ll research and advise on technical accounting matters, lead sections of annual financial audits, both for APAC and the US. 

You will work as part of the APAC and Global team, supporting other team members to ensure all deliverables are achieved by the required deadlines. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, global organisation while collaborating with senior leadership in APAC.

What Skills & Experience You Should Bring

• 3+ years of accounting experience 

• A Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is required, or in process of finalising CAANZ membership

• Diligence and excellent attention to detail, and skilled in efficiently managing and interpreting complex data

• Experience interpreting and implementing financial reporting standards

• Comfort with working under pressure with multiple demands while consistently meeting tight deadlines

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work seamlessly with colleagues in multiple jurisdictions

• Strong process and internal controls experience, including implementation of system and process improvements

• Enjoy working with others, a team player with a keen desire to help and contribute to the team and Trimble’s overall success

• Always eager to learn 

• Comply with Professional CAANZ standards, relevant legislation and Company Policies

• Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP system is a plus 

• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP is a plus.

About Your Location

Our office in Christchurch, New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway), is the engineering center in our region and home to over 450 staff, offering bike and car parking, an onsite fully featured gym, changing rooms & showers, table tennis, an active social club, and a great team environment where people love working with leading technology solutions.

Being located in the office provides opportunities to learn from and collaborate with many like-minded individuals from across the company. 

At Trimble, you'll find the inspiration and opportunity to be yourself and thrive. The global community of Team Trimble, including more than 500 people in New Zealand, is passionate about bringing new ideas and innovations to life and building a better, more sustainable future.

Please Note: Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.

Keywords: Accounting, Finance, CAANZ, Financial Reporting, Lease Accounting, Oracle Cloud, Google Sheets, Financial Modeling, U.S. GAAP, Christchurch Jobs

How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.

Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate. 

At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words—they're the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen, heard, and valued (Belong); where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow); and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies, ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter. 

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