Principal Advisor Strategic Finance

Job title: Principal Advisor Strategic Finance

Company: New Zealand Government


Job description: Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this roleAbout UsWhat is the most important thing in the world, it is people, it is people, it is peopleHe aha te mea nui o tēnei ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.WorkSafe New Zealand/ Mahi Haumaru Aotearoa, is the primary workplace health and safety regulator – our vision is that everyone who goes to mahi (work) comes home healthy and safe. Our kaimahi (employees) are passionate about our vision and embrace and demonstrate our Mātāpono WorkSafe Values through the mahi they do:

• Whakakotahi – we’re united in a strong purpose
• Kōrero mai – we engage meaningfully
• Tiakina mai – we’re entrusted with a duty of care.

We offer a range of benefits including:

• Free life insurance
• Discounts on health insurance and eye care
• Five weeks annual leave
• 15 days sick leave and
• Learning and professional development opportunities

There are a growing number of employee led networks to promote the goals and needs of our diverse communities, such as our Rainbow Network, Pacific Network, Women’s Network, and Tū Rangatira Māori Network.About your team / Ko te tīmaThe Finance business unit is responsible for providing assurance and robust financial management, systems, processes and advice in line with our legal obligations and Crown Entity expectations.A business partnership model is in place to provide leaders with the support and advice they require to make sound and informed financial decisions.About the role / Ō te tūrangaReporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role requires a strategic thinker with a strong analytical mindset and a solid foundation in accounting and economics. You’re comfortable navigating complexity, translating economic and fiscal insights into actionable strategies and support evidence-based investment decisions, and working collaboratively to drive performance. You enjoy shaping financial conversations that support long-term outcomes and value for money.In this role you’ll be at the forefront of long-term financial modelling and planning. You’ll lead out-year budgeting by combining your understanding of Treasury forecasts, economic trends, and activity-based costing (ABC). Your work will directly influence strategic investment decisions and help ensure WorkSafe is financially prepared for the challenges ahead.What You’ll Do/ Ko tōu ake mahi

• Lead economic and financial modelling to inform future planning and support budget bids.
• Translate macroeconomic insights and Treasury forecasts into actionable financial strategies.
• Evaluate investment options, risk profiles, and performance metrics to inform strategic decisions.
• Support the CFO and Executive Leadership Team to develop and implement sustainable financial strategies.
• Collaborate with Finance Business Partners and operational leaders to embed financial plans and objectives.
• Educate kaimahi on financial principles to support sound decision-making across the organisation.
• Continuously reviewing and adjusting financial strategies in response to changing external conditions.

What You’ll Bring / Ko ngā pukenga ōu

• Proven experience in financial strategy, forecasting, and economic modelling.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to influence and build trust across all levels of an organisation
• The ability to interpret economic data and Treasury forecasts to support planning.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to educate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A collaborative approach, working across functions to implement plans and manage financial risks.

A tertiary qualification in accounting, economics or finance along with a professional accounting qualification (Chartered Accountant or recognised equivalent) is required.With your food basket and my food basket the people will thrive.Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi.The full position description is available from the advert on our careers centre:Salary range / Awhe utuAs part of our remuneration framework the full salary range for the position is from $127,488 to $168,609, and our expected starting base salary for the right person is up to $141,195. Note: KiwiSaver/SSRSS employer contribution is additional to/on top of your base salary.How to apply / Me pēhea te tono –Click the apply link, complete an application form and submit a copy of your CV and cover letter.For further information please contact with any queries, or to find out more about working for us, go toWorkSafe Mahi Haumaru is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life. We value the experience your point of difference could bring to us.Please let us know if there is any support we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you. We look forward to reviewing your application and getting to know more about you.Applications close on Sunday 22 June 2025.

Expected salary: $127000 – 140000 per year

Location: New Zealand

Job date: Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:52:57 GMT

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