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Senior Management Accountant | Kaikaute Whakahaere Matua (Fixed-term)

  • Posted 1d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time, Fixed Term Contract

$100.7  -  $130 k/yr

Wellington

Job Description

  • Fixed-term role until October 2027 based in Wellington
  • Make a real impact through data, insight, and strategic decision-making.


The role | Te tūnga

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Management Accountant to join our dynamic finance team as the organisation embarks on an exciting transformation of how it operates. As our organisation evolves, we need a forward-thinking professional who can adapt quickly, provide insightful financial analysis, and support key decision-making through this transformation. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our organisation, driving financial efficiency, and providing valuable financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Reporting to the Deputy CFO, you will provide support to your business groups working closely with the Finance Business Partner and in partnership with the wider Enabling Services Group.


There are several key accountabilities in this role, including:


  • Building relationships and a deep understanding of the portfolio to deliver trusted, valued, forward-looking and proactive financial advice
  • Providing quality management advice, budgeting and forecasting support to managers
  • Translating business plans into financial plans and delivering high quality, valued analysis and sound advice
  • Understanding the cost of delivering products and services and performing detailed analysis on options, including long term impacts to the business
  • Providing support for detailed costings and analysis for strategic planning, Budget Bids, Cabinet papers and business cases
  • Undertaking analysis that identifies key risks and opportunities
  • Contributing to the provision of advice on technical accounting issues including Public Finance Act


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
  • Exposure to financial modelling and complex financial analysis
  • Experience working in the government or wider public sector would be advantageous
  • 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: $100,704 - $130,000 + 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

  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Modelling
  • Technical Accounting

Desired Soft Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Relationship Building
  • Stakeholder Management

Benefits & Perks

  • 📈 Professional Development

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