Finance Business Partner
Porirua City is a vibrant place to live, work and raise a family. We’re committed to building a thriving, inclusive city – from protecting Te Awarua-o-Porirua Harbour to creating low-carbon communities and putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything we do.
We’re looking for a commercially astute Finance Business Partner to partner closely with senior leaders across the organisation.
About the Opportunity
This is a well-rounded business partnering role where you’ll sit at the heart of decision-making — not just reporting the numbers but helping shape the outcomes.
You’ll work closely with Senior Managers and General Managers, contributing to strategic conversations and providing the financial insight needed to support key investment decisions.
Alongside this, you’ll stay close to the detail with day-to-day management accounting responsibilities across budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. This role will suit someone who enjoys both influencing at a strategic level and being hands-on in the numbers.
You’ll also have the opportunity to shape the role and get involved in broader initiatives across finance and the organisation.
What You’ll Bring
- CAANZ Chartered Accountant (or equivalent)
- Strong management accounting and business partnering experience
- Able to balance strategic thinking with a hands-on approach
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial advice and influence decisions
- Deliver investment and performance analysis, articulating risks and opportunities
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting processes
- Provide insights to support planning and operational performance
- Support Annual Plan, Long-Term Plan, and reporting requirements
- Drive improvements across systems, processes, and reporting
- Act as the key finance contact for business units
Why Apply?
- Be part of decisions and outcomes — not just reporting on them
- Broad role with both strategic and hands-on elements
- Opportunity to shape and grow the role
- Supportive, values-driven environment
Porirua City Council is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.
Next Steps?
To find out more, please get in touch with Peter Campbell on 027 201 3755 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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