Financial Accountant

Job title: Financial Accountant

Company: New Zealand Government


Job description: Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this roleHere at the FMA – Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko, you’ll be helping to create a fair and transparent financial sector that serves all New Zealanders.You’ll be making a difference by enabling New Zealanders to have confidence that our financial sector provides a strong, fair, and transparent foundation for their financial future.Te Tūranga | The RoleDue to an internal promotion, we are looking for a Financial Accountant to manage our end-to-end financial accounting process, including month-end reporting, cost tracking, tax compliance and statutory reporting aligned to the relevant standards.There is never a dull moment as far as tax is concerned, with new tax issues arising where your expertise is required across FBT, GST, Withholding Tax and other ad-hoc tax queries.You’ll assist the team with financial analysis, planning, budgeting and forecasting to inform decision-making and contribute to papers with insights and analysis for our Board, Audit & Risk Committee, and executive leadership team.This role is also responsible for ensuring we are well versed in the most recent accounting standards and facilitating any required changes to our processes. You’ll approach this as a continuous improvement opportunity, not only as far as accounting standards, internal controls and financial governance is concerned, but also looking for other ways to improve efficiencies and effectiveness within our busy Finance team. This will extend to the coordination of external audits where you will pride yourself on delivering to audit and regulatory expectations in a timely and collaborative manner.He kōrero mōu | About youAs an experienced Accountant, you’ll bring sound knowledge and hands on experience with financial accounting, financial reporting, tax and accounting standards.You’ll be known for your sharp eye for detail and accuracy, adaptability, curiosity and ability to learn. With statutory deadlines to meet, you will have a calm demeanour and be well versed at operating well under pressure.Ngā painga | What we offerWe offer some great benefits including a 4% KiwiSaver contribution, paid leave over the Christmas period, a generous $1,500 refer a friend bonus as well as an ability to swap public holiday leave with other days that mean more to you.We have exceptional learning and development opportunities such as access to expert leadership development, career and well-being support.We believe a healthy work-life balance is important for everyone, so we have flexible working arrangement to support you in your life outside of work and have created a range of wellness and social activities for our people to connect and socialise.We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic self to work each day.to learn more about our benefits and what life is like at Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko | FMA.Next stepsIf this sounds like your next opportunity, then please apply today. For more information, please check out the position description attached.Applications close noon on Friday 2 May 2025 or earlier if a high volume of quality interest is received.A great place to work. With great work to do.

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Location: Auckland

Job date: Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:36:20 GMT

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