Top Energy Limited is the local electricity network company which supplies 27,000 electricity consumers in the Mid and Far North of New Zealand's North Island.

First established in 1935, the company is owned by its power consumers.

Top Energy is a major contributor to the community's financial well-being, managing assets of over $160 million and employing 200 staff.
 
As one of the largest businesses based in the region, Top Energy is uniquely placed to act as a catalyst to develop economic potential in the region. Not only does the company’s asset base provide the necessary substance to lead new projects but the experience and knowledge of its existing staff provides a base from which new staff can be trained to deliver quality results to customers.
 
A vacancy exists in our Finance Department for a Group Accountant to ensure all the required financial information is produced for the Top Energy Group. This position will report to the General Manager of Corporate Services and will be based in Kaikohe, only 1/2 an hour from the beautiful Bay of Islands
 
Key areas of focus will be the preparation of:
 
Management accounting reports for the group
Annual and half yearly financial records to final trail balance stage
Operating budgets
Financial forecasts
 
To succeed in this role a minimum of 5 years experience in an accounting role is essential. It is anticipated that you will be a chartered accountant with a proven track record of success and career progression with exposure to the full range of accounting disciplines; you will have outstanding communication skills, excellent commercial acumen and drive. You will also have proven supervisory experience.
 
Exposure in a similar commercial role would be an advantage.
 
Additional skills you will have:
 
Excellent computer and advanced spread sheeting
Strong attention to detail
Strong Problem solving – analysis/evaluation
Results orientated
Planning and organising
Ability to work unsupervised
Be a team player
Health & Safety focus
 
A pre-employment medical check and drug test is a requirement for employment.
 
So if you are looking to work in a friendly team environment, have the above experience/qualifications and enjoy fishing, diving and the great outdoors........ Apply now!
 
Application forms and a Job Description can be obtained by contacting Morgan Haami, Administration Assistant
Phone 09 401 5642 Email:morgan.haami@topenergy.co.nz    
 
Please submit your completed application form and curriculum vitae to
Morgan Haami, PO Box 243, Kaikohe 0440 by 5pm Friday 6 March 2009.