* Great balance of relationship management and analysis
* Collaborative, self-motivated and supportive team
* Based in Wellington

Ko wai mātou | About us
At Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, it all starts with our people. The organisation's performance and success depends on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa. Waka Kotahi has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years time.
The Corporate Support Group underpins everything the Agency does. They are an enabler, an advisor and the people who keep the Agency safe. Corporate Support includes Finance, Legal, Risk and Assurance, Research and Analytics, Procurement, and Enterprise Change. For the Agency to be successful, Corporate Support needs to deliver quality services efficiently.
As well as stimulating work, we offer a range of benefits including ongoing professional development, the opportunity to work flexibly (within our operational requirements), 4 weeks annual leave, subsidised health insurance, and an active social club. For more information check out :https://www.nzta.govt.nz/careers/our-benefits/
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
As one of our team of Senior Business Accountants, you will be a supportive and trusted business advisor, partnering with managers across Waka Kotahi, NZ transport Agency.
You will be the first port of call for anything financial, whether it is assisting with budgets/forecasting, reporting or other adhoc financial tasks. You will share your expertise to build the overall financial management capability of the Agency, as well as provide strategic analysis and advice.
You will be naturally curious, enjoy building strong relationships and be excited by the opportunity to make a real difference.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

* Significant experience in a senior business accounting role or similar
* Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, month end reporting and financial systems
* Excellent interpersonal skills and an approachable style
* Ability to analyse financial information and provide targeted advice to decision makers
* Strong communication skills with a range of stakeholders
* The ability to think strategically and with commercial acumen - able to see the big picture
* A high level of proficiency in the use and manipulation of financial databases, reporting tools as well as Microsoft Excel

Rā Katinga | Applications close : Sunday, 11 April 2021
For a copy of the position description: www.nzta.govt.nz/careers
For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz
To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At the Agency we recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
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