Financial Analyst - Waters

Tauranga City Council; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Tauranga is seeking a Financial Analyst to provide financial analysis and support for water-related projects. The successful candidate will need a degree in Business or Finance and strong analytical skills. This role offers a dynamic working environment with excellent benefits, including 5 weeks annual leave and flexible working options.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Flexible hours

Work from home options

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience working within a business advisory role.
• Experience in regulated utilities and understanding of reporting requirements is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial and business analysis for water related projects.
• Deliver accurate forecasting of Council revenues, operating costs, and capital expenditure.
• Support funding applications and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
• Identify and evaluate revenue opportunities and financial risks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support strategic planning and budgeting.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Financial modelling

Education

Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or Accounting

Job description

Tau ake rā te moana nei, e papaki kau ana ki te ākau tangata, kakenga waka ka mauru te tohu ki te arearenga o Mauao, he pou herenga mōu, he pou hononga mōu, kia herea ki te tika, kia herea ki te pono. Kia mau, kia ita, kia ū – haumi e, hui e, tāiki e!

About the role

We’re looking for a Financial Analyst to join our team and take ownership of the Water’s Portfolio, providing expert financial and business advice that supports strategic decision-making and drives value for our community.

As a Financial Analyst, your primary purpose will be to deliver high-quality financial analysis and forecasting across Council revenues, expenditures, and capital projects. You’ll play a key role in identifying revenue opportunities, supporting project delivery, and ensuring compliance with funding and reporting requirements—particularly those related to three waters services and investment commencing with the transition from within Council to a water’s organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial and business analysis for water related projects.
• Deliver accurate forecasting of Council revenues, operating costs, and capital expenditure.
• Support funding applications and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
• Identify and evaluate revenue opportunities and financial risks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support strategic planning and budgeting.

What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring;

• A degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting or similar.
• Proven experience working within a business advisory role.
• Experience in regulated utilities and an understanding of the reporting requirements is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling and reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

About Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.

We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.

To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.

How to apply

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we’d love to hear from you. For more information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]. Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link.

Applications will close 29th October

We aim to attract a diverse pool of candidates that reflect our communities. It is a priority to ensure that individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life are encouraged to apply for our positions. Should you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].