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Accounting, Finance & Financial Services

Senior Financial Accountant

Job Title: Senior Financial Accountant
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Location: Wellington
Specialisation:
REF: 131198
Contact Details: Peter Sewell
Contact Email: peter.sewell@beyond.co.nz
Job Published: about 5 hours ago
This is a great opportunity to join a small, purpose-driven government agency that exists to represent and advocate for New Zealanders. Their work is focused, impactful, and deeply connected to improving lives across Aotearoa.
 
As Senior Financial Accountant, you’ll be part of small and tight-knit corporate team, working directly with the CFO and alongside experienced stakeholder who bring deep expertise and mana. You’ll cover a wide range of accounting activity, from month-end and annual reporting, to payroll, procurement, and financial systems oversight. You’ll also be able to directly influence and support continuous improvement across processes, systems and controls.
 
This is a hands-on role where rolling up your sleeves is valued. You’ll be someone who’s comfortable pitching in, whether it’s reconciling accounts, reviewing payroll runs, or preparing financial papers for Treasury. You’ll bring a proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement.
 
What you’ll bring:
  • CA qualification (or working towards) and 3+ years’ experience in financial or management accounting
  • Full-cycle accounting experience, including month-end, annual reporting, and audit support
  • Experience with procurement, financial systems, and policy/process management
  • Familiarity with public sector legislation and Treasury reporting
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and a continuous improvement mindset
  • Confidence working across teams and with external partners
 
This is a fixed-term role through to mid-2027, 25-30 hours per week. The office is based in Wellington CBD, close to the station and with flexible working options available.
 
If you’re looking for a role that can fit around your life but where your financial expertise will directly support a team making a difference for New Zealanders, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact peter.sewell@beyond.co.nz for more information.
 
Ref: 131198