Senior National Management Accountant

• Take advantage of a range of development and training opportunities across the organisation
• Four weeks + three days annual leave per year pro-rata, flexible working options
• Fulltime, permanent role based in Wellington. 

Toitū te marae a Tāne-Mahuta, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata 

If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive 

Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Māori, te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We do this by:

• Protecting land, species, ecosystems, and cultural heritage for conservation purposes 
• Managing threats and adverse impacts 
• Being a voice for conservation 
• Connecting people to nature 

He angitūtanga | About the role

Our Senior National Management Reporting Accountant is a key role within the National Management Accounting team, supporting people who are passionate about conservation and making a difference.  DOC has recently upgraded its Financial Management Information System with new budgeting and forecasting tools, so this is an exciting time to come on board. 

You will be part of a highly capable, experienced, and collegial team who are focused on providing exceptional technical support and high-quality management accounting services to the DOC leadership team.  You will contribute to a wide range of tasks at all management levels that will challenge you to develop and enhance your business and relationship building skills.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Preparation and development of monthly Departmental and Non-Departmental financial reporting to the senior leadership team.
• Responsibility for the development and maintenance of the Department's financial planning levels.
• Responsibility for the budgeting and forecasting requirements for non-Departmental appropriations.
• Supporting the coordination of Treasury baseline updates and annual Budget Estimates processes.
• Facilitate monthly Treasury meetings and outcomes.
• Support the finance team in systems and process improvements.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

With your understanding of all accounting principles and practices this role with provide you with an opportunity to make a positive impact and contribute to the financial performance of DOC.   This role takes an organisational wide focus which will allow you to provide knowledge, insights and narrative to the Senior Leadership team helping inform and influence the organisations strategic direction.  Along with good communication, planning, and organisational skills you will welcome the chance to enhance your career and develop your existing technical skills. 

You will also possess:

• Professional accreditation with CIMA, CA, ACA or equivalent
• Extensive knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP)
• Knowledge of the Government financial management framework and applicable legislation.
• A proactive and engaging mindset focused on achieving outcomes acceptable to all parties
• A proven self-starter, able to use initiative to identify and help deliver process improvement opportunities, prioritise deliverables and anticipate the needs of the customer
• Experience with Financial Management Information Systems (preferably SAP), Excel and other Microsoft applications and analysis tools
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship building skills.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?

Te Papa Atawhai is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, creating an inclusive workplace culture, supporting the relationship between Māori and the Crown, and lifting our cultural capability. We encourage our people to bring their authentic self and unique perspectives to work, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to well-being and professional development includes:

• Flexible working opportunities suited to your role
• Career development, secondment, and training opportunities to help you realise your goals
• Study assistance in programmes that are relevant to your work
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and discounted medical insurance
• Great discounts on DOC accommodation and outdoor apparel and gear so you're ready for your next adventure
• Te Pukenga Atawhai – Cultural Capability Development Programme.

Tono ināianei | Apply now 

Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.   

The salary range for this position is $88,918 to $120,535 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.  

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment. 

Rā katinga | Applications close 5 pm on Monday, 30 January 2023.

Me he pātai anō | Further enquiries contact Debbie Fahey, Senior Recruitment Advisor at dfahey@doc.govt.nz or 027 286 2746.

Taupānga| Job Reference DOC/1687164