Strategic Financial Planner

7 months ago


Rotorua, New Zealand Rotorua District Council Full time

Position Description

**About Te Kaunihera o nga roto o Rotorua | Rotorua Lakes Council**

**Your adventure begins here in Rotorua**

Imagine waking up to the serene beauty that is Rotorua - with lakes at your doorstep and embracing the thrill of mountain biking in the metropolis of trails. Join Te Kaunihera o nga roto o Rotorau | Rotorua Lakes Council and be part of a team that brings exceptional projects to life, such as the iconic Sir Howard Morrison Centre, the current revitalisation of the Rotorua Aquatic Centre, and the stunning Rotorua Lakefront Redevelopment. As a council deeply rooted in biculturalism and a strong connection with Te Arawa, our local iwi, this is your opportunity to work at the forefront of culture, people, and connections.

**About this role**
- Primarily responsible for the development of the Council's annual financial plan and long term financial plan, including undertaking strategic projects and policy development that support these.
- Provide strategic financial planning and sound financial management advice to the Financial Controller CFO to ensure that Rotorua Lakes Council's overall objectives are met while a sound financial position is maintained.
- Ensure a high standard of corporate budgeting, financing, accounting and reporting which enables Council to set realistic funding for its activities.
- Manage treasury function and relations with key financial parties.

**Skills and experience**
- CA (or equivalent) qualified with 3+ years' experience in Treasury, Strategic Financial Management and budgeting and reporting.
- Proven skills in financial risk management, budgeting and reporting.
- Track record in effective internal and external relationship management.
- In depth knowledge of the Local Government Act 2002 and Local Government Rating Act 2002 or proven ability to operate effectively in a similarly regulated environment.
- High level of analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities as well as an ability to provide commercial insight and interact with all levels of the organisation.
- Proven ability to work under pressure and deliver high quality information both orally and in writing within required timeframes.
- Good understanding of compliance with Treasury Management Policies, and proven experience in managing bank and investment relationships and the mitigation of interest rate risk, funding risk and liquidity risk.
- Proactive engagement and acceptance of accountability.
- Demonstrated innovative thinking and planning abilities, balanced with pragmatism and an ability to respond to ambiguity
- An ability to actively facilitate cross organisational and cross functional services and collaboration in a matrix structure
- A strong process driven approach and ability to continuously identify opportunities for the Finance team to add value to Council.
- Ability to facilitate group discussions to identify underlying issues, generate solutions and gain buy-in.

If this role sounds like you, send us your CV and Cover Letter today



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