Manufacturing Accountant, Hamilton

About Gallagher Our purpose at Gallagher is‘Protect what matters most’ and we live it every day. Not only does our technology protect some of the world’s highest security environments and agriculture businesses, but our purpose also means we care deeply about our people and their families. With operations in New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, USA, Canada, the UK, and Europe, and exports across the world, we provide our employees with unrivaled globally focused career pathways.The Opportunity We’re looking for a proactive Manufacturing Accountant to join our Finance team, supporting our global COO Operations. This key role involves driving financial accuracy and providing critical insights to improve manufacturing processes, cost structures, and operational decisions.You will work across financial reporting, management and cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and inventory management, collaborating with teams across supply chain, finance, and manufacturing operations. You’ll also play a key role in ERP projects and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellence in all we do.The Fit You’re a detail-oriented finance professional with a strong foundation in manufacturing accounting and a passion for turning numbers into strategy. You are confident working independently, managing multiple priorities, and building strong relationships across teams. We’re looking for someone with:CA, CPA, or CIMA qualification A degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Experience in management and cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Strong ERP and data analysis skills– SAP and PowerBI experience is a bonus An understanding of manufacturing processes and costing modelsA continuous improvement mindset and ability to lead change Clear, confident communication skills– both written and verbal Why Gallagher? At Gallagher, we’re more than just a workplace – we’re a community. We value innovation, collaboration, and making a difference through everything we do. When you join #TeamGallagher, you’ll enjoy:Hybrid working model, free parking, subsidised café, and nearby eateries Life&Disability Insurance, staff discounts across NZ stores Boost App membership and Virgin Pulse Wellbeing Platform access Development opportunities and career pathways locally and globally A fun, supportive culture with regular events, guest speakers, and team lunches Apply now to shape the future of manufacturing finance at Gallagher.#J-18808-Ljbffr