Department of Conservation (DOC) Looking for Finance Accountant at Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand Full Time

• Interesting and varied role supporting people who are passionate about conservation and making a difference.
• Join a diverse, professional, and supportive team who work well together.
• Permanent, full-time role based in Wellington; flexible working supported.

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

Te Papa Atawhai, Department of Conservation (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

As part of our small and dedicated Financial Accounting team you will provide accounting, taxation, external reporting services, and financial systems support to the organisation. The varied nature of the work includes developing and improving financial procedures, planning, and documenting process improvements, project work, and external reporting.

Public Conservation land comprises approximately 30% of New Zealand’s total land area and includes a diverse portfolio of assets spread through the country that we account for and manage. We derive revenue from the Crown, visitor levies through our visitors’ centres, concessionaires, and from sponsorships, donations, bequests, and grants.

You will be involved in:

• working with valuers to prepare the annual valuation of the Public Conservation Land portfolio and involvement in treaty settlements
• CFIS reporting, balance sheet analysis and reconciliations, GST/FBT returns, advice and Finance Officer support
• project work – developing, documenting, and communicating financial policy and related operational guidelines, and process support
• Accounting Standards / Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) / Treasury and CFIS Guidelines – provision of advice on accounting and taxation issues, development of guidelines and procedures in relation to operational issues
• operational work – Month / Year End – managing cash flow reporting, coordinating year end procedures with the regions spread throughout the country, preparing financial statements, and coordinating the interim/annual audit.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako| Skills and experience

You will have two to three years post CA experience with a sound understanding of financial accounting principles and practices. You will bring good communication, planning, and organisational skills and will welcome the chance to enhance your career and develop your existing technical skills.

You will also have:

• a tertiary qualification with membership of the CA ANZ or comparable professional accounting qualification
• experience with Financial Management Information Systems (preferably SAP), preference for experience with government reporting and CFIS
• intermediate level use of MS Excel and other Microsoft applications and analysis tools
• strong communication skills (both oral and written) with a proven track record of engaging successfully with different levels in organisations.

You will have an interest in our kaupapa, in working with likeminded people, and will be willing to learn and understand DOC’s business. This role is an opportunity to grow and develop in the financial accounting space within a large government organisation with an interesting and diverse work programme.

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 $80,039 to $107,078 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 at 5 pm on Sunday, 25 June 2023

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Marie Kealey, Recruitment Advisor, at [email protected]

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1725757