Regional Reporting & Variance Analysis Lead – Central Region

Job title: Regional Reporting & Variance Analysis Lead – Central Region

Company: Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora


Job description:

• Permanent, full time
• Preference for Wellington, but can be based within the Central Region

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleThe primary purpose of the role is to:

• Provide insight – helping to draw strong linkages between our financial and operational metrics and required outcomes.
• Improve nationally consistent regional business, budgeting, accounting and reporting processes to maximise functionality, automation and self-service capability.
• Working with the District Finance Management teams and the national Financial Planning and Analysis function to prepare financial and non-financial performance reporting and insights, bottom-up budgets and financial forecasts for the Region.
• Responsible for the Region’s Payroll Variance Analysis.
• Liaises with Finance Managers and works with national Reporting, Costing and Standards and the Finance Systems of Enablement team, to develop tools, methods, systems and processes to deliver greater analytical and financial decision-making capability.
• Working with the National Reporting, Costing and Standards team to support the efficient collation of financial data across the regions and national functions, ensuring the alignment of other data (e.g., operational metrics, costing reports) to develop performance context to financial data and reporting.

About youYou’ll bring a strong self-starter and problem solver with at least seven years in senior financial roles ideally within the public sector and health, along with strong analytical skills that enable you to lead and advise confidently on financial management.You have a proven record in designing and streamlining financial management processes, as well as implementing self-service financial management systems that make information more accessible and efficient. You’re skilled at providing strategic advice, guidance, coaching, and support to leaders, helping them make informed decisions.With proficiency in tools such as MS Visio, Excel, Word, Power BI, and other data analysis applications, you’re comfortable turning complex information into clear, actionable insights. You communicate with clarity and impact, both in writing and in person, influencing others, building trust, and developing strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders.You hold a Chartered Accountant qualification or equivalent membership of a professional accounting association.Working for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Sunday, 7 September. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Matt Kelly atWhilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

Expected salary:

Location: Wellington

Job date: Wed, 20 Aug 2025 02:51:04 GMT

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