About Us:

The Unison Group consists of specialist companies delivering critical network and energy solutions, including the electricity networks of Hawke's Bay, Taupō and Rotorua, New Zealand's leading distribution transformer manufacturing company, an electrical switchgear business and a product solutions group focusing on developing world leading asset management and monitoring solutions. Our vision is to enable our communities' sustainable energy future.

The Opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Hastings-based team as Assistant Accountant - Unison Contracting Services Limited. This is a full-time, permanent position, working 40 hours per week.

As the Assistant Accountant - Unison Contracting Services Limited (UCSL) you will be responsible for supporting the USCL Finance Team and wider Unison Finance Team in providing accounting, taxation and administrative functions for the Unison Group.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Assist with month-end close process, including the preparation and posting of journals and accruals.
• Assist in preparation and processing of monthly management accounts, revenue and expense variance analysis, and capital expenditure reports.
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations, ensuring outstanding items are actioned on a timely basis and submit to the Finance Team Leader - UCSL for review.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual operational budgets and revised forecasts.
• Assist in preparation of financial information and analysis and as required.

What We Are Looking For:

• A tertiary qualification in accounting or commerce is a must.
• You will have a minimum 2 years' experience in a financial or accounting function.
• Experience in financial reporting and month end reconciliation.
• Ideally you would have advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

A full job description is available on our website.

We also understand that great performance comes from great people. As a valued team member, you will receive:

• Competitive remuneration packages.
• A safe and enjoyable workplace, where your safety and wellbeing are our top priority.
• Working to industry best practices, with modern tools and equipment.
• Life, Trauma and Income Protection insurance.
• Health insurance for you, and discounted rates for your family.
• $460 per year Dress for your day clothing allowance.
• Company iPhone.
• $200 per year wellbeing subsidy.
• Ongoing training and development.

We will be interviewing candidates as they come through, and this job listing may close early without notice. So, if this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, then apply today!

Unison is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Applications Close: 20 July 2025