Senior Financial Planning Analyst
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity
Working as part of the Financial Planning and Analytics team you will be responsible for delivering high-quality financial insights and analysis that enable senior leaders to make informed decisions in a complex changing environment. Based adjacent to the Universitys City Campus your focus will be a mix of project work to understand the financial implications of strategic decisions and contributing to central management reporting.
Youll engage closely with business units across the University building understanding monitoring performance and identifying risks and opportunities. This includes regular forecasting budget reviews and the preparation of insightful financial reports.
This role is well-suited to someone with a strong foundation in data analysis financial modelling and the ability to draw clear conclusions and provide actionable recommendations. Your analytical depth and ability to clearly communicate complex financial information will be critical to your success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Planning & Analysis: Collaborate with stakeholders to assess trends monitor forecasts and budgets and deliver clear financial insights.
- Business Case Support: Ensure business cases are well-analysed data-informed and strategically aligned.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to financial and operational processes.
- Strategic Business Partnering: Build strong working relationships deliver excellent customer service and improve financial understanding across the University.
- Coaching & Mentoring: Support the development of analyst colleagues and foster a collaborative team culture.
- Equity & Inclusion: Champion the Universitys commitment to Māori Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive equity-led practices.
This is a 12-month fixed-term full-time role (37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday) with a salary range of $126000$138000 per annum depending on experience.
For more information please see the Position Description.
He kōrero mōu About You
Youre someone who thrives on planning and analysis with strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate insights effectively. You enjoy being part of a team but are equally confident working independently and engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
Modelling capability in Workday Adaptive Planning is highly desirable.
You will bring:
- A relevant tertiary qualification preferably with a major in accounting finance or data analytics.
- Membership (or working towards membership) with CAANZ CPA or an equivalent accounting body.
- A strong track record 10 years of working with financial and operational data to generate evidence-based recommendations.
- Experience in large complex organisations with knowledge of advanced financial systems and tools.
- Excellent communication skillswritten and verbal.
- A proactive service-oriented approach with the ability to build effective relationships.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
What we offer Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
We offer you more than just a job. We offer you the opportunity to be part of a dynamic world-class educational institution.
We provide benefits and support throughout your career to help you develop and grow.
In addition we offer career development programmes discounted car parking on-site childcare options leisure and recreation facilities and a number of other discounted products and services.
For more information please visit Staff Benefits. Hear more about making Worlds of Difference in your career at the University our partnership with Māori our Te Ao Māori principles our impact our staff and life in Auckland on our careers website.
Additional Information :
Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply
Applications should be submitted online before the closing date of Sunday 11th January 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori Pacific women LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF people with disabilities parenting support flexible work and other personal circumstances go to
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Cognos
- Forecasting
- Hyperion
- Financial Concepts
- Pivot tables
- Accounting
- Analysis Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Budgeting
- Financial Planning
About Company
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of AucklandThe University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisi ... View more
