TAB NZ is establishing their future operating model, focusing on key areas such as stakeholder engagement, financial management, and compliance. They are looking for a Management Accountant to join their team in Wellington. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that is responsible for securing and delivering vital funding for racing and sport in New Zealand.

What you'll do:

As a Management Accountant, your role will be pivotal in maintaining the financial health of TAB NZ operations. You will be responsible for ongoing accounting tasks including recording, coding, payments, reconciliation, and preparation of monthly reporting packs. Your excellent organisational skills will come into play as you manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively. Reporting into the Senior Advisor, Finance you’ll be involved in supporting project work on financial analysis, budget process, treasury and other projects as directed by senior management. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your accounting expertise within a dynamic and supportive team.

• Recording, coding and payments of all invoices and Gaming grants.
• Reconciliation of bank accounts ensuring the Gaming funds received are in the correct accounts.
• Recording of all accruals and journals in preparation for the month end accounts.
• Preparation of monthly reporting pack together with analysis of any variances.
• Support preparation of supporting working papers as required by TAB NZ auditors.
• Ensure accounting queries are answered promptly or assist engaging specialist advice where needed.
• Support project work on financial statements, analysis, budget process, treasury and other projects as directed in line with accounting standards (IFRS)
• Preparation, of all IRD compliance requirements: accurate and timely filing of returns and payment of tax for TAB NZ for all tax types.

What you bring:

• Accounting degree or qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Proven competency in supporting ongoing accounting obligations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Pragmatic and solution-oriented approach.
• Organised, with an ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Flexible, adaptable and reliable.

What sets this company apart:

TAB NZ is responsible for securing and delivering vital funding for racing and sport in New Zealand. TAB NZ entered a 25-year strategic partnering agreement with Entain where it delegated the delivery of betting and broadcasting to Entain. The new TAB NZ operating model focuses on several key areas, including Entain's contractual performance (from both commercial and compliance perspectives), stakeholder engagement, financial management, and the delivery of TAB NZ's retained functions under both the Racing Industry Act 2020 and Gambling Act 2003 - including TAB NZ's Class 4 gaming activities.
TAB NZ offer a great range of benefits including flexible working, medical insurance for you and your family and your birthday off!

Keywords: Accounting, Finance, Reconciliation, Reporting, Compliance


What’s next: TAB NZ live by four core values - be open and curious, courage to do the right thing, make it happen, and winning together.

Ready to make a meaningful difference? Applications for this role close on Wednesday 9th October. Please apply or reach out directly to us:

Harriet McKenzie: harriet.mckenzie@robertwalters.co.nz
Henry Maling: henry.maling@robertwalters.co.nz


Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Harriet McKenzie on +64 4 471 9715.