Senior Financial Accountant

4 days ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Tribe Recruitment Full time

Are you a seasoned financial reporting professional ready to hit the ground running? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a Principal Financial Accountant role within a central government finance team that plays a key role in shaping outcomes that impact all New Zealanders.

About The Role
We're looking for an experienced finance professional to provide additional support through a busy reporting cycle — including the March Baseline Update (MBU) and Estimates processes commencing in January. Ideally, you'll be available before Christmas to assist with preparation and ensure a smooth delivery.

In This Key Role, You Will

  • Lead preparation of high-quality external reporting deliverables — Annual Report, Baseline Updates (OBU/MBU), Estimates, Supplementary Estimates, fiscal forecasts, and Treasury reporting.
  • Produce accurate and insightful analysis, advice, and submissions for financial-related OIAs, PQs, and Select Committee questions.
  • Build effective working relationships with Treasury, external auditors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Drive process improvement and ensure compliance with all external reporting frameworks and standards.

About You
You'll be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CAANZ or equivalent) with a strong technical grounding and excellent attention to detail. You thrive in complex environments and can confidently manage competing priorities under tight timeframes.

To Succeed, You'll Bring

  • Extensive experience in financial accounting and external reporting.
  • Hands-on CFIS experience (ideally within a government department, not just a Crown entity).
  • Strong understanding of public sector financial management frameworks, including the Public Finance Act and PBE accounting standards.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across finance and non-finance teams.
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset — ready to roll up your sleeves and deliver under pressure.

Why join?
About
You'll be part of a supportive and values-led finance team that's passionate about delivering excellence and continuous improvement. This is your chance to:

  • Contribute to meaningful work that supports outcomes for Aotearoa.
  • Use your expertise where it counts — during a high-impact reporting cycle.
  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a collegial, collaborative culture.

To find out more, please get in touch with Peter Campbell 0n 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.

At Tribe we have our guiding light to show us the way. We bring our whole selves to work. We encourage inclusion in every single interaction. We genuinely care about people and are curious about their stories. We celebrate all points of view. We will help you find your tribe, the same way we have. We're all on a journey together so come along…

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