Kō wai mātou? Who are we?
Zespri is more than simply the world’s single-largest marketer of kiwifruit. We like to think of ourselves as fruit on a mission and as rebels with a cause: to help people, communities and the environment around the world thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit. We are proudly the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. We work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which we supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers. We are one of New Zealand’s best-known international brands, dedicated to creating sustainable long-term value for growers.
He aha te mahi? What's the role?
As Group Financial Accountant at Zespri, the purpose of your role is to produce Group financial information and reporting, both to support the wider business and for statutory purposes.
Your key responsibilities are;
- Intercompany Accounting: Responsible for ensuring accurate recording and reporting of intercompany transactions. Involving the transfer of goods, services or funds between entities within the same group of companies.
- Fixed Asset and Lease Accounting: Recognition, measurement and disclosure of fixed assets and leases in the financial statements. This includes analysing lease agreements, determining the appropriate accounting treatment and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.
- Perform month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation, maintenance and analysis of FX revaluations, journal entries, general ledger accounts and the consolidated financial statements.
- Compliance and Internal Controls: compliance with accounting standards, laws and regulations.
- Statutory Accounts and Audit: Assist with the preparation of consolidated statutory accounts and the audit process.
- Support and Assistance: Support and assist other Finance Team Members and Regional Finance functions to ensure quality and timely output.
Ko wai koe? Who are you?
We’re looking for a motivated team player who enjoys being part of a collaborative environment, and meets the following selection criteria:
- Fully qualified business degree with accounting major.
- Full membership of CAANZ or similar (preferred).
- Minimum of 4 years post qualification experience ideally combined with Chartered Accounting / Audit background and experience gained in a publicly listed company or multinational organisation.
- Highly developed technical accounting / finance skills and experience including leases and multi-currency operations.
- Computer literacy including SAP, Blackline and Microsoft products.
He aha e tika ai a Zespri? Why Zespri?
Our people are what makes our culture so irresistible and uniquely Zespri. We are a passionate and mighty team of 850+ employees in 23 different locations globally. Working at Zespri is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, culture-driven environment unlike any other. We want people who share our values of being personally connected, results-driven, and committed to guardianship. Join us in shaping our future and be part of a truly unique organisation.
Competitive overall remuneration package, including a Short-Term Incentive scheme opportunity OR The base salary for this position is between {90% and 115% of the pay band} plus a performance-based short-term incentive scheme (for employees who meet the eligibility criteria) and benefits. Please note that individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, performance and work location.
- FlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office.
- Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day).
- Additional paid volunteer day to volunteer within your community (Volunteer Time).
- Global Life and Permanent Disability Insurance.
- Group Medical Insurance benefits.
- Convenient Mount Maunganui office location, with free onsite parking.
- Your daily dose of Vitamin C with free kiwifruit!
Tono mai inaianei! Apply Now! Applications close Monday 7 April 2025.
At Zespri, we understand the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences, and a fair hiring process is the first step to getting there. We want to attract a diverse range of people and encourage everyone from all backgrounds and walks of life to apply. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments to take part in the recruitment and selection process by reaching out to our Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@zespri.com.
