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Written by Greg Harrison on May 13th, 2013.
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When I was asked to produce a short column for our website blog I was determined not to make it a dry accounting topical article as might be expected of the “grey” accountant, but to give some nuggets I have learned during my career.
In fact, believe it or not accountancy is a very challenging role in the modern environment. I have worked for a range of industries during my career and whilst the KPI’s may change, the underlying business basics and procedures are all largely the same.
The modern challenge for a corporate accountant is to show how they can continue to remain relevant by not just producing the monthly reports and controlling cash flow, but to add value to the organisation by two main means.
Firstly by ensuring the management team is aware of good corporate practice and to contribute to the development of these systems throughout the organisation. Secondly by being the company’s intelligence officer by implementing business intelligence skills across the organisation that allow for quick timely analysis of data from a range of sources that show where bottlenecks or opportunities could lie to allow the organisation respond quickly to these identified opportunities.
I was once asked in a job interview many many years ago as a young graduate ‘what is more important, timeliness or accuracy in the accounting process’. This of course was a trick question, as the correct answer is that one is useless without the other. Luckliy I was clued into this!
So the message in this column is to get the message across that accountants are spending a lot of time retraining and upskilling to ensure their fundamental knowledge can be applied to ensure they are the premier drivers of good practice (as good practice drives increase efficiencies and therefore improves the value of the business) and to be the first professional to be turned to for the big strategy decisions faced by the organisation.
Good luck in your future endeavours and I hope this information helps guide you negotiating the challenges ahead of you.
Greg Harrison - B.Bus, Dip S.Dev, C.A
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Written by SPCA Auckland on February 11th, 2013.
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Give some TLC this Valentines Day
Jet Park Hotel are proud to support this great initiative from SPCA Auckland. If you’re on the hunt for a special gift, check out SPCA Auckland's TLC programme. It's the perfect gift for animal lovers this Valentine’s day!
It’s the Valentine’s gift that’ll melt hearts, not chocolates.
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Written by Sonja Herrmann on November 15th, 2012.
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Did You Know? The kokako is one of NZ’s endangered and endemic (that is, found only in NZ) birds. It is a member of the ancient Wattle bird family and is not to be confused with the even rarer kakapo which is a flightless parrot now found only on islands with no predators. Before the introduction of foreign mammals such as rats, stoats, weasels, ferrets and possums, kokako were very adundant but its numbers have now fallen to only 650 pairs. The South Island kokako is considered extinct.
The Kokako Project, Hunua Ranges
A joint project between the Auckland City Council and Department of Conservation, The Kokako Project is aimed at protecting and saving the kokako. Jet Park Hotel is proud to be a part of this project. During the months of November 2012 to March 2013, staff from Jet Park Hotel spend a day in the bush in the Hunua Ranges. They assist with checking and refilling bait stations to get rid of rats, possums and stoats, track clearing, and trail marking.
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This project is one initiative of many towards our Qualmark Enviro-Gold rating. With no less than 73 Responsible Tourism Initiatives, you can be sure that Jet Park Hotel is a great choice for you and our environment for everyone to enjoy for future generations!
How Can You Help?
From August to March, there are volunteer days every Tuesday and second Saturday of the month. Volunteers get immense personal satisfaction knowing they are doing something very real to help save the kokako. Contacts: Mags Ramsey is a Park Ranger and volunteer coordinator for the Southern Sector Parks in Auckland Regional Council.
Email: mags.ramsey@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Tel. 021-489-046 or 09-536-7012. |
Written by Kym Klein on September 17th, 2012.
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Jet Park Hotel near Auckland Airport is pleased to announce it is now a major sponsor of Auckland SPCA. Jet Park Directors Liz Herrmann and John Lautere have been avid supporters of the SPCA in both South Africa and here in New Zealand.
“SPCA is a cause close to our hearts, and has long been the chosen charity of Jet Park Hotel and Conference Centre,” says Liz. “We both believe in supporting the local community and think the work of the SPCA is so important, so we are really pleased to make the partnership official.”
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Written by Kym Klein on August 20th, 2012.
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1000 Cupcakes, Jet Park Hotel and SPCA Auckland
Proud to become a major sponsor of the SPCA Auckland, we have some fantastic joint plans in place for the future. We're very excited to be taking part in the upcoming SPCA CUPCAKE DAY by providing 1000 Cupcakes (baked and decorated) to give away for a 'donation' on the streets of Takapuna (by some of our team) on Monday 27 August 2012.
In order to achieve this massive bake-off we've asked our staff, their partners and/or children to get involved in a cupcake decorating challenge on Saturday 25 August. Take a look at our Facebook page for photos!
TV9 Story Coverage - 'Local Business Goes Extra Mile For SPCA' (fast forward to 3m 40s to see story)
YOU can get involved too - Go to the SPCA Cupcake Day website to find out how you can support the SPCA and the animals in their care. |
Written by SPCA Auckland on August 17th, 2012.
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Exercise your heart. Adopt a dog.
Until Sunday 19th August you can save 40% on the cost of adopting a dog from SPCA Auckland. You can view dogs available for adoption on their website.
Owners of Jet Park Hotel have always had a long love affair with animals and animal welfare. In fact, they adopted two pet dogs from the Auckland SPCA and couldn't be happier with their extended 'family'. The Hotel began supporting the SPCA at the same time as the Jet Park's opening back in 1998.
Jet Park Hotel: Proud to be major sponsors of the SPCA Auckland |
Written by Kym Klein on April 23rd, 2012.
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Help the charities you care about by booking your "Auckland Airport Residence" with Kiwi Karma
For each night's accommodation you book with Jet Park Hotel, Kiwi Karma passes on a $5 per night donation to a charity of your choice. There's no extra cost to you. All you pay for is a good night's sleep!
Take a look at how it works.
We are proud at Jet Park Hotel to be a part of Kiwi Karma in playing our part in supporting the many valuable charities out there.
Check out Kiwi Karma's Facebook page.
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Written by Jeeva Jeeva-Nanthan on March 26th, 2012.
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The 6th Annual Charity Golf Day was held on March 29th at Whitford Park Golf Club, in conjunction with John Walker "Find Your Field of Dreams Foundation", Jet Park Hotel and supported and assisted by BNZ Partners, South Auckland.
With over 100 corporate guests by BNZ invitation, Jet Park Hotel sponsored the 1st hole, providing Kiwi profiteroles (which proved to be a huge hit with the golfers), spiced King prawns and BBQ chicken nibbles + our special Jet Park water. The perfect day to get away from the Office!
Take a look at our Facebook page for more photos, don't forget to LIKE US. |
Written by Carmel Lapwood on March 8th, 2012.
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Our Goal = Raise $500 for the SPCA!
A small group from the Jet Park Hotel have decided to do the ROUND THE BAYS Run on March 18th. Our team will do all the hard work; train for and complete this run, but we decided if we’re going to leave our “blood, sweat and tears” out there on the pavement, we need your help to make a difference to the SPCA Auckland! The SPCA depends on many people like you and me to help them look after and rescue those creatures that don’t have a voice. Can you sponsor us to do Round the Bays? Any amount is much appreciated. Please pass this onto any of your friends too.
HOW?
To kick things off, Liz (owner of Jet Park Hotel) will donate our entry fees to the Auckland SPCA and has offered to match any donations dollar for dollar. So if we raise $500 that means we will raise $1000 in total! WOW - we can do it everyone! We will post any photos on our website BLOG and Facebook to view afterwards.
cheers everyone
THE JET PARK HOTEL TEAM |
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