Financial Analyst (Fixed Assets)

Ministry of Education New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A government educational body in Wellington is seeking a Financial Analyst for a fixed-term role to oversee technical accounting related to school property assets. Ideal candidates will have strong fixed asset accounting skills and advanced Excel capabilities. This position involves reconciling financial reports and collaborating with a range of stakeholders. A tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance is required, and experience with Power BI is advantageous.

Benefits

Kiwi Saver contribution of 3%

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of fixed assets and capital expenditure accounting.
• Experience in systems management to support capital programmes.
• Ability to adhere to Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical accounting for school property assets.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliation.
• Prepare capital financial reports.

Skills

Fixed assets accounting

Advanced Excel skills

Stakeholder management

Experience with Power BI

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Date advertised: 29 Sept 2025

Job Type: Fixed Term

Location: Wellington, NZ

Overview

Help shape the future of Education. We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes. Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

This is a 12-month fixed term opportunity with the Ministry’s Financial Accounting team. The Financial Analyst (Fixed Assets) reports to the Manager Financial Accounting and contributes to the delivery of the Finance function with Te Pou Rangatōpū and in conjunction with Corporate Finance. The role is part of a team responsible for financial reporting and compliance to ensure school property financial transactions and obligations are correctly reported. This role requires interactions with a diverse range of internal stakeholders. The purpose of this role is to provide technical accounting for the school property assets, monthly balance sheet reconciliation, and preparation of capital financial reports.

Salary range: $85,225 - $103,071 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

For more details about the role, you can view the job description here.

About you | Mōhou ake

You will have a working knowledge of fixed assets and capital expenditure accounting within a large capital-intensive organisation and experience in systems management and implementation to support capital programmes and Fixed Asset information.

You will have a tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance, and ideally be working towards a Chartered Accountancy (or equivalent) qualification.

You will also offer experience:

• analysing technical issues and making business decisions with financial impact;
• demonstrating a high level of Excel skill in the management/ analysis of large spreadsheets with complex detail. Power BI experience helpful; and
• managing relationships and consultation with internal stakeholders.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

This opportunity will provide the right candidate with interesting and challenging work and the ability to develop and grow their career.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

Te Pou Rangatōpū | Corporate is responsible for delivering essential Ministry-wide statutory and corporate functions. We enable the organisation to operate effectively and help fulfil the statutory and reporting obligations of Te Tāhuhu. We deliver consistent, efficient, integrated services and good business practices to keep the organisation running and safe. We also provide essential services such as governance, organisational strategy, communications, facilities, legal, finance, procurement, ministerial reporting and people capability to the organisation. This includes working closely with our staff unions. Our group is focused on role-modelling cultural responsiveness through the design and implementation of our corporate policy, processes and practices.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

For further information, please contact Fiona Macmaster, Manager Financial Accounting for more information on [e-mail]

Applications close midnight – Sunday 5 October 2025.

We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.