Senior Management Accountant

About Us: At Northpower, we don’t just provide essential infrastructure we empower communities, industries, and people to thrive. Behind our operational success is a strong, commercially focused finance team that turns numbers into insights and insights into action.We’re on the lookout for a confident and capable Senior Management Accountant to take full ownership of our month-end process, partner with operations, and drive continuous improvement across the business. This is a high impact role where your financial expertise will directly influence tactical decisions and strategic outcomes.Role Responsibilities:Financial LeadershipLead the monthly revenue accrual and WIP process, ensuring integrity of project margins, P&L and financial dataReview and post adjustment journals for revenue and cost to maintain accuracy and completenessDeliver comprehensive monthly reporting packs, with balance sheet and capital expenditure reconciliations and insightful analysisManage the AR ledger and drive proactive cash collection strategiesReview and resolve aged purchase orders, ensuring financial housekeeping is on pointReview and maintain inventory levels understanding aged levels per branchManage one direct report of Management Accountant Forecasting, Budgeting & Modelling Collaborate with Delivery and Ops Managers on quarterly forecasts, updating financial models and reporting packsSupport the Commercial Manager with the annual budget process, from P&L to balance sheet and ROCE modelsUpdate cash flow forecasts to support business decision makingReview annual price escalations and update cost/sell rates in JDE accordinglyCommercial Partnering & LeadershipBe the go to finance partner for Delivery and Operations teams, providing visibility into performance and outcomesRole model Northpower's values in all interactions and act as a trusted advisor to stakeholdersSupport the Commercial Manager with audit preparation, reporting, and ad hoc projectsStrengthen our brand through professionalism, clarity, and commercial insightContinuous Improvement:Champion finance driven improvements in cost management, invoicing, WIP, inventory, and debtor processesContribute to the implementation of audit findings and system enhancementsSeek out and act on opportunities for professional and business developmentExperience:Proven experience in management accounting, ideally in a project or service-based industryStrong knowledge of forecasting, budgeting, and financial modellingConfidence working with ERP systems JDE experience highly regardedFinance/CA/CPA qualification (or equivalent)Knowledge of Power Query and PowerBi an advantageA continuous improvement mindset and a drive to add valueExcellent communication skills and a passion for partnering with operations About us: Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements. We have over 1,400 staff working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.Apply now:At Northpower, you’ll be part of a team that puts people first, values your expertise, and gives you the freedom to shape real business outcomes.If you’re ready to take ownership, drive improvement, and grow your career in a dynamic, future-focused organisation we want to hear from you.Don't miss out apply now at our career’s website using #REQ1728. Your success story begins here Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early.Pre-employment screening includes a criminal history check, medical assessment with drug and alcohol testing and reference.Please note that to be considered for this role, you must be in New Zealand and possess a current work visa.