Accountant

Ministry of Justice - New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 84,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in New Zealand is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage financial reporting and audits. The ideal candidate will have experience in the public sector and knowledge of financial accounting practices. This position offers 4.4 weeks of holiday leave, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional development. The salary range is between $84,562 and $116,273 based on skills and experience.

Benefits

4.4 weeks holiday leave

Flexible work hours

Online professional development portal

Access to inclusive networks

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience within the public sector or complex environment.
• Previous experience in Government financial accounting.
• Ability to analyse technical accounting issues.
• Passion for improving business processes.
• Commitment to building Māori capability.

Responsibilities

• Completing financial reporting for internal and external purposes.
• Assisting with external audit processes.
• Managing month-end process.
• Reviewing reconciliations and tax returns.
• Providing technical accounting advice.

Skills

Experience in public sector

Knowledge of financial accounting practices

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-starter

Building Māori capability

Education

Chartered Accountant (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Financial Accountant to join our team of finance professionals.

You Will Be Responsible For

• completing monthly, annual, and other financial reporting both for internal and external purposes, including CFISnet reporting
• assist with the external audit process
• assist with managing the month end process, including completing month end tasks
• review reconciliations and tax returns
• contribute to key Government budget requirements, including baseline updates and preparation of Estimates of Appropriations
• provide technical accounting advice
• supporting and guiding other team members.

Ō Pūkenga/Skills And Experience

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and believe you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• demonstrated experience within the public sector or large complex environment with the ability to influence key stakeholders
• previous experience in Government financial accounting and understanding the Machinery of Government would be advantageous
• knowledge and demonstrable competence in financial accounting practices and procedures
• an ability to analyse technical accounting issues and provide advice to business units in relation to accounting requirements and financial impacts
• attention to detail and high level of accuracy, along with proven written and oral communication skills
• a passion for improving business processes while maintaining a strong internal control environment
• a self-starter, with the ability to use initiative, pre-empt information requests and be approachable with a can-do attitude
• a commitment to building Māori capability - both personally and within the team
• holding or working towards being a Chartered Accountant (or equivalent).

Mō Mātou/About Us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

The Financial Accounting function is one of four teams within the Financial Control Team, which also includes Transactional Services, FMIS, and Banking. We are a team of seven that works together to achieve our deadlines and goals.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What\'s great about working here

Benefits

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• flexible work hours where possible
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $84,562 and $116,273 based on skills and experience.

Tono Mai/How To Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on Tuesday, 30 September 2025; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and may invite successful candidates to interview before the close date.

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