Working for SBA

More than a job, it's a future.

Looking for an accounting career that grows with you?

When you work for your local SBA Small Business Accounting branch, you’ll join a supportive team with access to a nationwide network of 80 branches and over 200 accounting professionals. No matter where life takes you in New Zealand, there’s a good chance an SBA branch is nearby!

SBA will help you develop your accounting skills and advance your career. From comprehensive training and ongoing support to exciting professional growth opportunities, SBA offer more than just a job – we offer a future. Whether you’re starting out in accounting or tax, or aiming for business management, partnership, or even ownership, SBA provides the accounting career pathway to help you achieve your goals.

If you are interested in working with SBA you are best to contact your local SBA branch directly for any opportunities or keep an eye out on Seek.

Why join SBA?

SBA is the leading accounting service provider in New Zealand.

We are the trusted advisor to 27,000+ business owners and rental investors, filing almost 40,000 tax returns nationwide each year.

Stay ahead in your field with regular training webinars, workshops and conferences.

Plus get access to specialised training with industry leaders Xero and payroll providers Smartly and PaySauce.

Join a local SBA branch where you’ll gain hands-on experience right from day one.

Work with clients, attend meetings, contribute to strategic planning and develop your consultative and advisory skills.

Empower your full potential with the        SBA Scholarship Programme, which contributes $10,000+ annually to SBA staffs’ professional development.

Plus make use of our great CA and CPA mentorships.

Why choose SBA?

For 25 years, SBA has been a top choice for accountants in NZ, both as a trusted accounting provider and a great place to work.  But don’t just take our word for it, hear from our team!

“I love SBA’s supportive, collaborative culture and the way we share knowledge and ideas. The focus on innovation keeps me engaged, while the commitment to work-life balance makes me feel truly valued.”

– SBA Mt Albert Team Member

Loved bybusinesses. Loved by staff.

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WHat our STAFF say about SBA

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Terms and Conditions

  • The applicant must be the owner, partner or major shareholder of the business and active in its day-to-day operations.
  • The business must be financially stable and operational for a minimum of two years.
  • The business must be forecasted to stay in business for at least the next 12 months.
  • Businesses must be a customer of an SBA branch at the time award is presented.
  • Must enter by 30th of June 2025.
  • Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash.

Judging Elements:

  • Business planning
  • Business growth
  • Business resiliance
  • Financial confidence

Terms and Conditions

  • Must be a small business owner and have a registered business, with a genuine need for accounting services.
  • Must enquire and sign up with an SBA branch by 31st May 2025 to be eligible to win any of the prizes.
  • One entry only per business owner.
  • For the retro prizes, if the brands shown are not available or not available at the price point shown at the time of purchase,
    we will find an alternative prize up to the values shown.

  • Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash.