Senior Financial Accountant

Management Accounting; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 51,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading financial services division is seeking an innovative part-time finance professional to join their dynamic team in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. This role involves overseeing complex accounting operations and collaboration with key stakeholders, with opportunities to contribute to strategic decision-making and high-impact projects. With a flexible schedule and competitive salary, this position is ideal for those looking to make a difference in financial management while achieving work-life balance.

Benefits

Five weeks’ annual leave

6.75% superannuation scheme

Work/life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in financial and group accounting in large organizations.
• Proven experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience in investment and knowledge of investment markets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex accounting and budgeting functions.
• Lead high-impact projects with strategic relevance.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting principles

Risk management

Stakeholder relationships

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant degree

CPA or CA qualifications

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

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Financial Services Division | Te Ratoka Pūtea

The role/Te mahi

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this dynamic part-time role places you at the heart of a collaborative and high-performing team. You will work with the wider Financial Control team to oversee and perform complex accounting, group, budget, tax, and related functions and provide advice to key areas while gaining exposure to strategic decision-making and impactful initiatives.

A major focus of the role is supporting the University of Otago Foundation Trust, which manages a large diverse investment portfolio funding more than five hundred projects across the university. You will also take the lead on a variety of unique, high-impact projects that offer variety and the chance to make a real difference.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for part-time hours in a senior finance role.

Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

We are seeking an innovative and forward-thinking professional with expertise in quality financial management including accounting principles, internal control systems, and risk management. Your ability to build trust and foster collaboration enables you to develop strong stakeholder relationships and communicate effectively to inform, persuade, and negotiate. Your exceptional organisational, problem-solving, and administrative skills will enable you to prioritise and meet competing deadlines while exercising judgement and initiative.

Other key requirements and skills required include:
• Relevant degree and CPA or CA qualifications.
• Experience providing financial and group accounting in a large diverse organisation.
• Proven experience in budgeting and forecasting within a group structure
• High level technical financial competency including analysis and reporting – advanced Excel.
• Proficient in writing and presenting comprehensive financial reports tailored for Senior Leadership Team.
• Experience in the use of initiative and process thinking to ensure continuous improvement.
• Investment experience preferred, including knowledge of investment markets, equities, bonds etc.
• Commitment to working in a culturally safe and respectful manner as part of a team.

About our team/Mō te tīma

Te Ratoka Pūtea, the Financial Services Division plays a crucial role in ensuring financial stability and efficiency through key functions, including Financial Accounting Services, Management Accounting Services, Procurement, and Financial Systems.

Further details/Pūroko

This is a permanent, part-time role (18.75 hours per week) located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.

The appointment range for this role is Level MB3 $103,690 to $111,917, Top of Range $120,143 (pro rata).

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people, and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives are valued and respected.

We offer competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance. More information regarding employee benefits can be found here\: https\://www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/working-at-otago/employee-benefits/

For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence, please contact Helen Harris via the contact details below:

Application/Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2500601 will close on Sunday, 29 June 2025.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Additional Information

Note\: As a part-time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro-rata equivalent of the annual full-time salary range listed.

Contact: Helen Harris

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