Technical Accounting Manager

Take your technical accounting career beyond client engagements and make an impact across an entire network.

• Influence financial reporting quality across the national BDO network
• Collaborate with highly regarded technical specialists and Partners
• Join a people-first culture that values learning, development and flexibility

BE YOUR BEST AT BDO

At BDO, our culture is built on strong relationships, collaboration and trust. As one of the world’s leading accountancy and advisory organisations, we work with clients of all sizes across a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our partnership-style approach we focus on what matters to our clients and deliver practical, high quality solutions through open, honest communication.

We prioritise what matters to you adopting a partnership-style approach that ensures we are responsible, reliable and always keep our promises. Open and honest communication is at the heart of how we conduct business. Join us at BDO, where your success is our commitment

About the role

We're looking for a Technical Accounting Manager to join our Quality & Ethics team in Auckland.

In this role, you'll provide technical accounting and financial reporting support to audit and advisory teams across New Zealand. You'll research and analyse complex accounting matters, review financial statements, develop technical guidance and training, and work closely with stakeholders across the business to promote quality and consistency in our client engagements.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys technical accounting, solving challenging problems, and making an impact beyond a traditional client-facing role.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on GAAP, NZ IFRS and PBE Standards
• Support engagement teams with complex accounting treatments and reporting decisions
• Review financial statements and disclosures for quality and compliance
• Develop and maintain model financial statements, templates, and technical resources
• Deliver training and guidance to uplift capability across the network
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Quality & Ethics team
• Build strong relationships across teams, acting as a trusted technical partner

Experience & Attributes

• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards (NZ IFRS, PBE, GAAP)
• Experience at Manager level in audit, or within a technical accounting/reporting role
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear, practical advice
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
• High attention to detail with sound judgement and decision-making
• A collaborative, values-led approach with a focus on quality and integrity
• CA qualified (or equivalent)

Why BDO?

When you join BDO, we'll make your growth our priority. You'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive environment where learning, development and career progression are actively supported.

You'll gain:

• Exposure to a broad range of technical accounting and financial reporting matters
• The opportunity to work closely with Partners and senior leaders across the BDO network
• Ongoing professional development and the chance to deepen your technical expertise
• Opportunities to mentor others and contribute to training, resources and firm-wide initiatives
• A flexible, supportive environment with a clear pathway for career progression

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a highly influential role where you'll help shape quality and technical excellence across BDO New Zealand.

You must currently be in New Zealand and hold permanent work rights to apply.