Financial Accountant
Tā tātou atarua – Our vision
Enabling what matters
He angitūtanga - The opportunity
Our Organisation Performance group ensures the integrity of the Council’s financial systems and the Finance team collaborates across all areas of the community, maintaining compliance, transparency, and financial accountability.
The opportunity – the Financial Accountant role – will provide high quality, timely, effective financial advice, and technical accounting support to the Financial Services Manager and Chief Financial Officer, and work on key external financial reporting.
Our Financial Accountant is part of the team completing cashflow forecasts and treasury related functions, taxation returns and audits, reconciliation of the Balance Sheet General Ledger to the highest standard. Ensuring compliance with regulations, accounting standards, Council policies, and best practices, this role plays a part in maintaining financial integrity and sustainability across the organisation. The position will also be part of a team that supports the Council’s financial services processes and will have an opportunity to Business Partner with a Council business unit.
He kōrero mōu - About you
You are an experienced Accounting professional with a wide expertise in financial planning and performance monitoring within the local government sector. Leveraging your skills in financial analysis and modeling, you deliver high-quality, data-driven financial advice that enables effective decision-making and supports the Council’s financial objectives.
Ideally, you have at least 3 years of work experience in a financial management position in a multidisciplinary environment with experience in implementing new and innovative solutions, anticipating issues before they arise. You hold a Bachelor of Accounting degree and are a Chartered Accountant with CAANZ membership or equivalent, or are progressing through CAANZ membership or equivalent. The Council is an CAANZ approved training organisation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is essential for success in this role. Experience with accounting software, planning and budgeting systems, and contemporary reporting tools would be highly advantageous.
Your appreciation for Tikanga Māori and Māori values informs your approach to Council functions, stakeholder engagement, and team collaboration. As a local government kaimahi, we can look to you to uphold our values of Mahi Tahi, #arohatōmahi, Manaakitanga, and Tiakitanga.
Tā tātou ahurea – Our culture
Horowhenua District Council takes pride in being an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers our employees. Our organisation is founded on innovation and optimism, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where every individual is valued. We strive to offer our team opportunities for professional growth and development, fostering outstanding careers that contribute to a brighter future for Horowhenua.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou - What we offer
An excellent working environment where passionate and committed team members strive to make a difference for current and future generations. This is a great opportunity to join a thriving organisation with a strong focus on delivery and on doing meaningful work, surrounded by motivated people, which have a direct impact on the lives of our Horowhenua Community.
Tono mai ināianei - Apply now
This is a full-time, permanent position, where you are able to fully utilise your expertise to support our community. If you are interested in learning more about what the role involves check out the position description, if you have any questions or would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Steve Tanner on 0275774901 or email Stevet@horowhenua.govt.nz
Recruitment for this role closes on 25th January 2026 at which time all applications will be reviewed and we will contact you to advise you of your application progress.
He rau ringa e pakari ai ngā taura whiri i ō tātou kāinga noho me ō tātou hapori – mai i te pae maunga o Tararua ki te moana With many hands the threads which weave our neighbourhoods and communities together will be strengthened from the Tararua Ranges to the sea.
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