Finance Systems Specialist

6 months ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

Are you keen to make a difference? Are you passionate about improvement and better ways of working? Are you people centric & systems focused? This role may be the perfect role for you.

At Christchurch City Council we are driven by our passion for creating a better future. We believe in working as one yet staying true to ourselves. Help make a positive impact on our community while enjoying a rewarding career of opportunities. Christchurch City Council, where it's possible to love what you do.

You will be responsible for getting the maximum benefit out of our Finance systems, to take ownership of, enhance the systems and look for innovative ways to improve the systems used by the Finance unit. Fantastic communication skills will help you build strong relationships throughout the business.

**What are we looking for?**

Attitude is key. We are seeking someone who has knowledge of financial systems, who can jump down rabbit holes to understand the end-to-end process, identify areas for improvement and find solutions.

Someone who is customer centric, willing to take the initiative, and can collaborate with different functions across the council. You will ideally have practical financial xperience using large reporting and financial systems - particularly SAP S/4HANA, BPC, and BW/4HANA or similar. Other business warehouse tools and report modelling tools are a bonus.

You are a person who is curious, enjoys interactions on all levels, can build trust, and is eager to listen and learn from those around you. You will thrive in an ever-changing environment.

**What's in it for you?**

This is a challenging yet rewarding environment with variety and career progression. You will be provided with mentoring, a collaborative team and be highly valued for your contributions.

Take the next step in your career by joining the largest local government business advisory service in the South Island and feel inspired that the work you do every day is creating change, whilst serving our community.

Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:

- Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
- Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
- Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, the council provides an environment where one's skills and passions can shine, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking purpose and impact in their career.

Feel like you don't meet every single requirement of the job description?

**Additional information**:

- Hours of work_ - Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week with exact start and finish time to be agreed upon
- Location_ - _This position is primarily based at the Christchurch City Council Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street

**_ Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date._


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