Management Accountant, Wellington

We are looking for a Management Accountant to join our Finance Business Partnering Team in Wellington, NZ. The role involves providing strategic financial information, performing accurate month-end accounting processes, and supporting the development of financial capability of budget holders.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in business, accounting, or equivalent experience.
• Member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand preferred.
• Sound understanding of public sector financial management, including knowledge of New Zealand's machinery of Government, State Sector Act 1988, and the Public Finance Act 1989.
• Substantial relevant management accounting and financial planning experience in a large organisation (preferably public sector) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret financial information and experienced in the preparation and delivery of integrated reporting of financial and non-financial results.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and best practice in a large organisation (preferably in the Public Sector).
• Experience in Government financial processes, particularly baseline management.
• Demonstrated experience in costing and reporting methodologies for both operating and capital and all appropriation types.
• Proven ability to network effectively, negotiate well and influence people, broker relationships with stakeholders including senior leaders.
• Proven experience providing sound advice to support managers to make informed decisions and minimise risk.
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, and modelling with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and experience in working with a large integrated financial management information system.

Benefits

• Supportive and collegial environment
• Professional development opportunities