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You'll be a key contributor to Xero's month-end close process, supporting our financial reporting requirements as a listed issuer. This role is an opportunity to work across multiple aspects of accounting-from balance sheet reconciliations to technical accounting support-while building relationships throughout our business.\nIn this role, you'll develop expertise across the full accounting cycle and take ownership of driving process improvements. You'll have the chance to challenge the status quo, leverage emerging tools responsibly to reduce manual effort, and make a real impact on how we operate. Your work will support Xero's external disclosures, employee equity schemes, and strategic financial projects that help us supercharge small business globally.\nThe team and how they connect\nOur Group Accounting team owns accounting functions across Xero worldwide and works closely with Finance, Tax, Treasury, and FP&A. The team is collaborative and supportive, with regular connection points both in-person and virtually. You'll join a diverse team that values professional scepticism, creative problem-solving, and genuine partnership.\nThe team is currently working on\nMonth-end close process and balance sheet reconciliations using integrated finance systems\n\nHalf-year and annual reporting cycles, including audit support and external disclosures\n\nProcess improvements and automation opportunities across accounting workflows\n\nImplementation of AI tools and emerging technologies to streamline manual processes and improve financial data quality\n\nWhere and how you can work\nThis role is based in Wellington, with our accounting team split across Australia and New Zealand. We're flexible with how you work-with office space available and regular team connection days. 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