Accounting Manager

We are Fonterra, one of the world's largest dairy nutrition companies.

At Fonterra, you'll be inspired by purpose and guided by principles. Whether you're based in New Zealand or anywhere else around the world, you'll be part of a team that creates goodness for generations and delivers global impact through local action. Our brands are trusted by families and individuals alike, delivering high-quality dairy nutrition to millions of people globally.

As a Co-operative created and owned by New Zealand dairy farmers, our collaboration, innovation, and passion have enabled us to share the goodness of our dairy with the world. We're committed to caring for the land, our animals, and every drop of milk, producing nutritious food with safe, quality ingredients loved in New Zealand and around the world.

As part of the Fonterra Co-op, you'll be solving for a better future alongside a team connected by solid values as we strive to be a leader in dairy sustainability, dairy innovation and science, with a focus on New Zealand milk.

When you join Fonterra, you'll open yourself to a career of opportunities where you can grow with us by developing your skills, sharing your knowledge, and exploring diverse career paths that ignite your passions.

About the role

Role purpose:

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the Accounting Manager is responsible for the day-to-day financial & accounting activities .

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Financial Controller, participating in staff meetings and providing financial insights to support decision-making.
• Responsible for general accounting and SG&A related tasks (journals, balance sheet and working capital analysis, staff costs and etc)
• Manage Treasury functions (bank transactions, forex hedging and etc.)
• Assist the Financial Controller in Tax Compliance matters (VAT, Withholding Tax, CIT and e-Invoicing)
• Assist the Financial Controller in Audit Compliance matters (IFRS, external and internal audit)
• Prepare Financial Statements and year-end audit schedules.
• Enhance accounting policies and procedures to improve general ledger operations, internal controls, and IFRS compliance.
• Manage fixed asset control and reconciliation.
• Mentor and coach the financial analysts
• Coordinate and support special projects and ad hoc analysis.

Key Challenges:

• Ensure timely and accurate accounting and reporting in accordance with IFRS and company policies.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams on financial matters.
• Multi-task and prioritise work in a fast-pace organisation

Critical Skills & Experience:

Qualifications and Certification

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce
• Professional Degree in Accounting or Finance Field (CPA or CMA) is an added advantage

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Financial Accounting in an MNC environment.
• Those with relevant experience in the Dairy or food industry will have a strong advantage.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and local accounting standards
• Proven ability to analyze financial data and provide insights

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skill
• Good analytical skills to identify discrepancies and mismatch
• High integrity and ethical standards
• Attention to detail with a quality mindset
• Resilient and adaptable with positive hands-on attitude in changing regulatory environments
• Calm, structured, and dependable under deadlines

Are you excited about this opportunity but may only meet some requirements

At Fonterra, we are committed to building a diverse workplace and, therefore, open to looking at applicants with excellent transferable skills. If that's you, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or one of our other opportunities.

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The benefits of life at Fonterra

Our people and what they bring to our Co-op shape our success. We have a collaborative culture, inspiring leaders, and passionate people, making Fonterra a great place to work. We also offer competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location.

Fonterra is a place where everyone can be themselves, feel empowered to do their best, and are empowered to create goodness for generations.

Sound good to you Come and join us, and let's solve for better, together. You, me, us together.

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