Finance Team Lead

3 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Team Lead within our Resources Group. This diverse role involves mentoring and guiding your team, as well as managing corporate financial accounting functions.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a senior finance position within a large complex organisation, and a strong understanding of computer-based accounting applications and financial management systems.

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you will make a difference by providing support to Council Controlled Organisations and maintaining the integrity of the financial reporting system. You will also manage the delivery of the Council's annual report and develop the training and professional growth of your accounting staff.

To succeed in this position, you will have a tertiary degree with a major in Accounting or Finance, and be a member of CAANZ (or equivalent). We are looking for someone who is passionate about numbers and has a high level of expertise in financial management.

Benefits

  • 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

At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.



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