Project Finance Analyst - Rolling Stock Procurement

KiwiRail Freight; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

4% employer KiwiSaver contribution

25 annual leave days

Access to NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust

Job summary

KiwiRail is seeking a Project Finance Analyst for the Rolling Stock Procurement programme in Auckland. You’ll support financial administration, monthly reporting and forecast processes within a major capital delivery, reporting to the Programme Commercial Manager and senior finance team.

The role involves budgeting, funding reconciliations and asset capitalisation activities, with emphasis on accuracy, governance, and stakeholder collaboration.

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.
• 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 escalating 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel

SAP

Power BI

Education

Finance degree

Professional accounting qualification (advantageous)

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

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Title: Project Finance Analyst - Rolling Stock Procurement

Project Finance Analyst – Rolling Stock Procurement

• 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 escalating 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

Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference?