Accounting & Reporting Specialist Job at IKEA (Tauranga)

Accounting & Reporting Specialist

IKEA

Location:
New Zealand , Tauranga

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Ingka Investments Management NZ is looking for an Accounting & Reporting Specialist to join our Forestland team here in Aotearoa New Zealand. The role is based in Tauranga and supports our local forestry operations, as well as the reporting needs across our national forest portfolio. In this role, you’ll help deliver clear, accurate financial information and analysis that supports day‑to‑day decisions within the New Zealand Forestland business. You’ll be working alongside a small, supportive team and contributing to a growing operational environment.

Job Responsibility:

Preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with New Zealand Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Supporting the Financial Controller with audit preparation, including audit schedules, supporting documentation, and auditor queries
Responsibility for timely and accurate month-end reporting, including preparation, review, and posting of journals with appropriate documentation and approvals
Preparation and maintenance of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timeliness
Supporting and maintaining internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and financial governance requirements
Assisting with forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis as required

Requirements:

Strong understanding of forestry operations and processes in New Zealand
Strong financial management and accounting experience with an understanding of New Zealand impact of company legal (GAAP, Tax, statistical) obligations, governance and compliance
Excellent reporting, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Proven capability in data analysis, and turning data into clear, meaningful insights
Experience working with financial and reporting systems that support robust data management and analysis
Responsible accounting and/or auditing experience in similar or larger organisations
Minimum of five years’ experience in accounting or finance
Minimum of two years spent in the forestry sector

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 06, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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