Strategic Programme Accountant (Fixed-Term, CBD)

CGR Services; Wellington; On-site; NZD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CGR Services is seeking a Senior Programme Accountant in Wellington for a 12 month fixed-term role. You will provide financial leadership across a complex, multi-year programme, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, reporting, investment planning and governance support.

You will develop cost models, advise on business cases, and deliver insights to senior leadership to support executive decisions. Chartered Accountant status and strong modelling skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CA qualification required or equivalent recognised by CAANZ.
• Proven experience supporting large programmes or capital portfolios.
• Advanced budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for a multi-year programme.
• Develop and maintain complex programme cost models.
• Support business case development and investment planning.
• Provide financial advice to programme leadership and governance groups.
• Undertake affordability assessments and funding analysis.
• Monitor benefits realisation and investment reporting.

Skills

Chartered Accountant

Financial modelling

Budgeting & forecasting

Governance reporting

Stakeholder communication

Programme financial management

Education

Chartered Accountant qualification

Job description

CGR Services is seeking a Senior Programme Accountant in Wellington for a 12 month fixed-term role. You will provide financial leadership across a complex, multi-year programme, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, reporting, investment planning and governance support.

You will develop cost models, advise on business cases, and deliver insights to senior leadership to support executive decisions. Chartered Accountant status and strong modelling skills are essential.