We are seeking a Senior Management Accountant who can lead with influence, driving strategic financial reporting and turning financials into high-quality insights for senior leaders. This role is based in Central Wellington for a well known public sector organisation.
You will be a trusted advisor to senior leaders while driving improvements that support the wider team. You will turn complex financial data into actionable strategic insights, leading budgeting, forecasting and reporting cycles while supporting key operational decision-making across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
... - Build strong, collaborative relationships with department heads and executive stakeholders, translating technical financial details into clear, meaningful insights.
- Lead annual budgeting processes, rolling forecasts and long-term financial modelling.
- Deliver robust monthly management accounting packs, variance analysis and strategic performance metrics.
- Ensure financial practices align with relevant government frameworks, funding structures and public accountability standards.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, automation and reporting tools to boost efficiency across the team.
About You
- Demonstrated experience in a management accounting role within a Government department, Ministry or Crown Entity (or similar public sector framework).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to comfortably present financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders and senior management.
- Experience using a large enterprise ERP.
- CA/CPA qualified or qualified by experience.
If you would like to discuss this in more detail please contact Louis on 04 471 4875 or email louis.jackson@randstad.co.nz
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
