Are you a seasoned financial reporting professional ready to hit the ground running? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a Principal Financial Accountant role within a central government finance team that plays a key role in shaping outcomes that impact all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced finance professional to provide additional support through a busy reporting cycle — including the March Baseline Update (MBU) and Estimates processes commencing in January. Ideally, you’ll be available before Christmas to assist with preparation and ensure a smooth delivery.
In this key role, you will:
- Lead preparation of high-quality external reporting deliverables — Annual Report, Baseline Updates (OBU/MBU), Estimates, Supplementary Estimates, fiscal forecasts, and Treasury reporting.
- Produce accurate and insightful analysis, advice, and submissions for financial-related OIAs, PQs, and Select Committee questions.
- Build effective working relationships with Treasury, external auditors, and internal stakeholders.
- Drive process improvement and ensure compliance with all external reporting frameworks and standards.
About You
You’ll be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CAANZ or equivalent) with a strong technical grounding and excellent attention to detail. You thrive in complex environments and can confidently manage competing priorities under tight timeframes.
To succeed, you’ll bring:
- Extensive experience in financial accounting and external reporting.
- Hands-on CFIS experience (ideally within a government department, not just a Crown entity).
- Strong understanding of public sector financial management frameworks, including the Public Finance Act and PBE accounting standards.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across finance and non-finance teams.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset — ready to roll up your sleeves and deliver under pressure.
Why join?
You’ll be part of a supportive and values-led finance team that’s passionate about delivering excellence and continuous improvement. This is your chance to:
- Contribute to meaningful work that supports outcomes for Aotearoa.
- Use your expertise where it counts — during a high-impact reporting cycle.
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a collegial, collaborative culture.
To find out more, please get in touch with Peter Campbell 0n 0272013755 for a confidential chat.
To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.
At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.
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