Job Detail

BAS MANAGER AT OXEN ACCOUNTING 

Contract Role / Part Time / Working From Home

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Contract

$60 – $80 per hour – depending on experience

Who we are: 

Oxen Accounting is a well-established high calibre Accountancy Practice based in Auckland.

Oxen Accounting is guided by our values and professional ethics and will have a strong focus on the client experience first and foremost, ensuring the client never feels like ‘just a number’.

At Oxen Accounting we want to change the normal ‘accountant’ dynamic by focussing on delivering an exceptional experience, second to none. To us, the client is more than a number and we sit side-by-side around the table becoming the go-to business partner that knows the numbers.

What we are looking for:

As an experienced BAS Accountant in the team, you’ll be working closely alongside the other accountants on a range of clients from different industries, as well as being strong in your ability to work autonomously and build a relationship with our client base.

Currently, the role is approximately 25-30 hours per week. Based on current growth we envisage this role becoming a full-time position in 2025 with the potential for the successful applicant to have an ownership share in the business.

Your key duties will be:

• Preparation of financial statements, tax planning & other compliance duties

• Managing workflow and ensuring that the jobs are completed within the set budget

• Be responsible for managing the outsourced team to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of financial statements and taxation returns.

• Managing the relationship and contact with Clients

• Training and migrating clients onto Xero

• Completion of monthly financial reports for key clients

• Attendance at weekly WIP’s to provide details of workflow and client account status

The ideal candidate will have: 

• Minimum past experience of 5 years + at a local Accounting firm at a heavy intermediate-senior level

• Wide range of client portfolio experience: SMEs, Family Trusts, Sole traders

• Comfortable preparing a full set of accounts via Xero with a strong competency in Xero/Myob and other industry tools

• Excellent knowledge and technical skills working with CCH Work papers, Work Flow Max and Practice Manager.

• Strong knowledge of NZ IRD tax requirements and an appetite for self-research and problem solving in relation to complex tax matters and business scenarios

• Be able to multitask, have a strong attention to detail, and outstanding time management

• Excellent communication style and ability to work within a close team

• Full New Zealand passport or permanent residency status

• Full, clean New Zealand driving licence

Our Culture & Environment

Oxen Accounting is a close knit family orientated environment that offers work-life balance.

The Director believes in an open door policy and allowing the BAS Accountant to maintain Client contact and relationships.

What we can offer you:

• Opportunity to be a part of a business that is growing, with an established client base.

• Emphasis on training and coaching from the Director.

• Hourly rate dependent on skills and expertise.

• Friendly team environment.

• Chance to be part of a team that thrives on innovation and where change is encouraged.
• We believe in a work-life balance and providing not only our clients but our team the best support throughout their growth.

Please click Apply Now, or contact hello@oxen.nz