Business Partner - Finance | Hoa Pakihi - Pūtea, Wellington
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Business Partner - Finance | Hoa Pakihi - Pūtea

  • Posted Today
  • Hybrid
  • Full Time, Fixed Term Contract

$130  -  $160 k/yr

Wellington

Job Description

  • Fixed-term role until June 2027 based in Wellington (open to government inter-agency secondment option)
  • Make a real impact through data, insight, and strategic decision-making.


The role | Te tūnga


We are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner or exceptional Senior Management Accountant to join our collaborative finance team during a period of organisational change.


Reporting to the Deputy CFO, you will partner with senior leaders to provide proactive financial advice, insightful analysis and practical decision support. This is a hands-on role requiring flexibility across strategic and operational finance activities in partnership with the wider Enabling Services Group.


Key responsibilities include:


  • Building trusted relationships with senior leaders and understanding their priorities
  • Leading budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial planning for assigned portfolios
  • Providing analysis and advice on performance, risks, opportunities and corrective actions
  • Undertaking financial modelling, options analysis and costings for strategic initiatives and business cases
  • Monitoring portfolio performance and supporting leaders to manage within budget
  • Contributing to month-end reporting, journals and financial system updates
  • Improving financial processes and strengthening financial capability across the organisation


What you bring | Nōu te rourou


This role would suit someone who has:


  • Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Commerce or Business
  • CAANZ Chartered Accountant qualification, or equivalent, preferred
  • Proven experience in business-facing senior management accounting roles
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex messages clearly, simply and concisely
  • Strong attention to detail when delivering financial analysis
  • The ability to build relationships, manage diverse stakeholder interests and confidently engage with a wide range of individuals and groups
  • Experience in financial modelling and complex financial analysis
  • Strong experience working in the government or wider public sector would be advantageous
  • Experience mentoring or leading team
  • Knowledge of, or experience using, Oracle would be advantageous
  • An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a willingness to learn and grow in Te Ao Māori
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, either within or outside of work


We recognise that valuable skills can come from a range of industries, including unpaid work. We welcome and value all forms of transferable skills. Please bring your full unique self to your application.


For all our roles, we’re looking for people who:


  • Act with integrity, take responsibility, and do what’s right even when it’s hard.
  • Understand the ‘why’ behind their work and focus on delivering real value.
  • Stay curious and open to learning, seeing challenges as chances to grow.
  • Build respectful and inclusive relationships, grounded in care for others.
  • Work collaboratively across boundaries and contribute to collective outcomes.


We don’t expect you to know everything. What matters is your genuine interest, commitment, and readiness to grow with us. Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, what attracted you to this role, and what you would bring to Stats NZ.


What’s in it for you? | Ngā hua ka riro ki a koe


Take a look at our Stats NZ careers site to learn more about our organisational values: He pēwhea ā tātou tikanga mahi | The way we work.


Some key benefits include:


  • 37.5-hour work week
  • 3 extra leave days (taken during end-of-year office closure)
  • Flu vaccines, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and corporate rates for a variety of services and products
  • Opportunities for career development and progression


Salary: $130,000 – $160,000 (pro-rata) + KiwiSaver


About Us | Ko mātou


Stats NZ | Tatauranga Aotearoa is the National Statistics Office, leading the way in data and insights. While this is our focus, it’s our people who are central to everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, recognising that our work is strengthened by the people behind it.


The data and insights we produce help shape decisions across government, communities, and businesses, and plays an important role in telling the story of Aotearoa New Zealand. Our mahi supports informed decision making at both national and local levels, helping improve outcomes for people, the economy, and the environment.


We’re proud of the role we play in guiding and strengthening the data system, with a goal of delivering high quality data with equitable access for all.


Before applying, we encourage you to watch our Life at Stats NZ video. It offers a glimpse into who we are, what we value, and the diverse perspectives and experiences that make Stats NZ a great place to work.


How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono


If this sounds like you, click on the Apply now button to be redirected to the application page on our careers site. The position description is located on the right-hand side of the page.


Our process is to screen applications as we receive them, so we move to interview stage quickly. You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. The job may close before the advertised closing date depending on application numbers.


Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process.


Please reach out to recruitment@stats.govt.nz if you have any questions.


You must have a valid work permit or visa to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.


Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Budget Forecasting
  • Financial Modelling
  • Financial Reporting
  • Management Accounting
  • Oracle Systems

Desired Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Problem-Solving
  • Relationship-Building
  • Strategic Thinking

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