About the Firm
Baker Tilly Staples Rodway are a full-service accounting firm and are considered one of the best in the industry with offices spread throughout the country. Being part of the Baker Tilly global network and a top ten accounting and business advisory firm, the international network gives them significant national presence, whilst having expertise and resources to use for their staff's development and to help their clients grow.
The firm truly has a fantastic environment, that is supportive, collaborative and flexible. The firm's values of people are important, being community minded, going the extra mile, having fun and being ethical are at forefront of everything they do. This is an opportunity to join a firm that not only values your expertise but also invests in your growth and success.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Management: Take full responsibility for your portfolio of clients, ensuring their success through proactive management, quality service delivery, and strategic guidance. You'll be the key point of contact, building strong, lasting relationships.
Workflow Planning: Ensure the right people are in the right place at the right time. You'll be responsible for planning and managing workflow, balancing resources to meet deadlines without compromising on quality.
Quality Review: Conduct thorough reviews of audit files, ensuring they meet high standards. You'll play a critical role in maintaining the quality and integrity of work, safeguarding the Baker Tilly reputation and that of their clients.
Training & Development: Lead and mentor your team, providing training and development opportunities to foster growth and enhance performance. You'll be instrumental in shaping the future leaders of the firm.
Work Management: Allocate approximately one-third of your time to managing work processes, ensuring efficient operation and adherence to deadlines. The remaining two-thirds will be dedicated to working directly with clients, reviewing work, and conducting client meetings.
Critical Outcomes:
Quality Audit Files: Deliver high-quality audit files that meet all regulatory and internal standards, ensuring client satisfaction and compliance.
Client Satisfaction: Maintain and enhance client relationships by delivering exceptional service, timely communication, and innovative solutions.
Team Success: Lead by example, driving team performance and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.

What's on Offer
Not only is the role appealing, but you will have the opportunity to live in sunny Hawke's Bay, with the firm's office located in Hastings. If you are relocating from one of New Zealand's major hubs, then you will enjoy more affordable housing, much less traffic, plenty of sunshine, and some of the best wineries in the country.
As the firm continues to grow, you have an opportunity to manage a high-performing team whilst embedding yourself within the local community. This is a fantastic chance for someone to take the next step in their career. For the right person, who can deliver and drive performance with strong business acumen, there will be directorship opportunities down the road.
This role will suit someone ambitious, with a strong work ethic, and you will be rewarded for your overtime via stacked time in lieu/ paid overtime. There will be flexibility within the role with the option to work from home 1 day a week, and flexible hours to suit your family and personal life.
You will be remunerated well, while also having birthdays off, an extra weeks annual leave, a company cell phone and on-site car parking. The firm will also consider relocation costs for the successful applicant if relocating from out of town.
Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment process prior to a closing date.
Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, resident or have a current New Zealand working visa.