Assistant Systems Accountant

7 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand Department of Corrections Full time

**About the Job**:

- Exciting new opportunity to join our Corporate Finance Team
- Full-time, permanent position
- Based at our National Office in Wellington

**_ 'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' - ‘There is only one purpose to our _**work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.**

Do you have SAP experience, and do you enjoy a hands-on approach to your work? Are you looking for an exciting role where you can become a key member of the team and a systems expert?

Then look no further Join our team as our new **Assistant Systems Accountant.**

**Ngā kawenga | About the role**

The Assistant Systems Accountant is responsible for maintaining the structural integrity and accuracy of the Department's SAP financial system and operational environment to ensure these are effective and appropriate to meet the needs of the organisation. In addition, this position will provide general accounting support to the wider Finance Team.

Some of the key accountabilities include:

- Maintain the general ledger cost centre structures and chart of accounts, including the allocation to output cost structures
- Participate in updating the SAP Finance system for the business planning and budgeting process
- Provide Finance support and advice on system upgrades, enhancements and modifications to improve functionality
- Consult with wider Finance team and users to determine the updates to SAP finance system and cost centre structures
- Prepare monthly management accounting and financial analysis tasks for Finance

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**

We are looking for someone with knowledge and demonstrable competence in financial accounting practices and procedures as well as:

- Knowledge of SAP Finance and Master Data including Controlling, Financial Reporting, Banking, Procurement and Project modules.
- Drive, enthusiasm and forward-thinking ability, with a desire to improve process and add value to the wider business
- Demonstration of sound reconciliation skills. Good numerical and investigative skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members and foster a commitment to customer service standards and business improvement principles.
- Previous experience in government financial accounting would be advantageous.
- Good analytical skills and an ability to analyse problems and formulate well-reasoned solutions.
- First class communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.

**Utu ā-tau | Salary**

The salary range for the position is $57,398 - $81,032. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

**Ko wai mātou | About us**

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

To apply, please submit a** tailored CV and a cover letter **describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.

Applications close **Monday the 26**th** of September at 11.00pm.

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