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Senior Accountant – NZ Tax & Compliance

Schedule:

  • Mondays to Fridays, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (New Zealand Time), with a 1-hour unpaid break (40 hours per week)

Scope:

  • Manage approximately 100 client accounts annually
  • Work is subject to review by the management team and partners
  • Focus on annual accounts and tax return preparation across multiple entity types

Independent Contractor Perks:

  • Permanent work from home
  • Immediate hiring
  • Health insurance coverage for eligible locations

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare annual accounts and tax returns for companies, trusts, and rental properties
  • Handle financial statement preparation for diverse client types, including non-profit organizations
  • Manage a portfolio of approximately 100 clients throughout the annual cycle
  • Ensure all work meets New Zealand accounting and tax compliance requirements
  • Collaborate with managers and partners for work review and quality assurance

Requirements:

  • Sound knowledge of New Zealand taxes and regulations
  • Senior-level accounting experience (4-10+ years preferred)
  • Previous experience working for New Zealand companies
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Strong technical competency in accounting and tax preparation
  • The capability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision

Side Note:

  • This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.

Reminder:

  • Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions that fulfill all requirements will receive priority review.

Senior Accountant – NZ Tax & Compliance

Job Category

Accounting and Finance

Job Type

Full Time (35 hours or more per week)

Work Schedule and Timezone

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm with an hour no-pay lunch

Published on

Feb 17 2026