Project Finance Analyst - Rolling Stock Procurement

KiwiRail; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% KiwiSaver employer contribution

25 annual leave days

NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust benefits

Job summary

KiwiRail in Auckland is seeking a Project Finance Analyst to support the CPAD Rolling Stock Procurement Programme, a NZ$1.6 billion capital project, through accurate financial reporting, budgeting and funding reconciliations.

Fixed-term to 31 December 2027, you will collaborate with the Programme Commercial Manager and the finance team to manage monthly closes and stakeholder reporting, using Excel, SAP and Power BI to deliver reliable financial insights.

Qualifications

• One to three years’ experience in financial accounting, management accounting, project accounting or a related finance role.
• Experience supporting month-end reporting, reconciliations, budgeting or forecasting.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.

Responsibilities

• Financial reporting and administration
• Budgeting and forecasting support
• Funding and reconciliations
• Asset capitalisation and close-out

Skills

Numerical skills

Month-end reporting

Reconciliations

Budgeting & forecasting

Excel

SAP experience

Power BI experience

Power Query experience

Project accounting exposure

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Risk awareness

Education

Finance/Accounting/Commerce degree

Accounting qualification in progress

Tools

Excel

SAP

Power BI

Power Query

Job description

• Be part of our Capital Projects and Asset Development programme
• Join in 2026 or have a new role to start in the New Year – you choose!
• Fixed term to 31 December 2027, Auckland based

At KiwiRail, we connect New Zealanders sustainably, powering economic growth and ensuring vital freight and passenger services run smoothly. Our mission, "Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand," highlights our dedication to sustainability and community well-being.

Our people make KiwiRail exceptional. By fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace, we empower everyone to contribute their best. If you’re passionate about innovation and safety, we’d love to welcome you aboard.

The Capital Projects and Asset Development (CPAD) Rolling Stock Procurement Programme represents a combined capital investment of $1.6 billion, aimed at procuring rolling stock to ensure KiwiRail has a resilient and reliable fleet of locomotives, shunts, and wagons.

The Project Finance Analyst supports the financial administration, reporting and close-out requirements of the Rolling Stock Procurement Programme as it progresses through its delivery phase.

Working under the direction of the Programme Commercial Manager and senior finance team members, the role prepares and maintains accurate financial information, supports monthly reporting and forecasting, monitors project costs, and coordinates funding reconciliation and asset-capitalisation activities.

The role is responsible for completing established financial processes and identifying and escalating discrepancies, risks or issues requiring senior review. Complex commercial advice, senior stakeholder engagement, programme-level financial decisions and strategic financial oversight remain with the Programme Commercial Manager and other senior finance resources.

Key accountabilities include:

• Financial reporting and administration
• Budgeting and forecasting support
• Funding and reconciliations
• Asset capitalisation and close-out

Knowledge and experience

• One to three years’ experience in financial accounting, management accounting, project accounting or a related finance role.
• Experience supporting month-end reporting, reconciliations, budgeting or forecasting.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Working knowledge of financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• SAP, Power Query or Power BI experience would be advantageous.
• Exposure to project accounting, capital projects or asset capitalisation would be advantageous.
• Able to follow established processes and identify and escalation discrepancies.
• Able to build effective working relationships with finance and project-team colleagues.
• Experience in government funding or major procurement programmes is desirable but not essential.

Ways of working / Work-related qualities

• Demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Produces accurate work and pays attention to detail.
• Follows established processes and procedures.
• Manages time effectively and meets deadlines.
• Works collaboratively and builds positive working relationships.
• Communicates clearly and seeks guidance when required.

Other Requirements

• You can pass regular drug and alcohol screenings
• You have a current and valid NZ Driver's Licence

Qualifications

• Progress towards a professional accounting qualification would be advantageous but is not required.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, commerce or a related discipline is preferred.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary plus 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution
• 25 annual leave days
• Access to NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust benefits, including holiday homes, medical support and discounted travel
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace dedicated to innovation, sustainability and community impact