Finance Associate (Dunedin)

Dunedin - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: $ 75631 - 80503

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

FINANCE ADVISORY
FINANCIAL SERVICES DIVISION (FSD) TE RATOKA PŪTEA

Who we are Ko wai mātou

The University of Otago is New Zealands oldest University and has a strong teaching and research tradition and well-established national and international linkages. It is also one of New Zealands largest universities with over 20000 students assets in excess of $2.0 billion and 4000 full time equivalent staff based in Dunedin Christchurch Wellington Auckland and Invercargill.

Ranked within the top 1% of universities in the world the University of Otago recognises that our staff are the key to our success.

The role Te mahi

As a Finance Associate you will provide expert financial advice analysis and day-to-day support to executives and managers that strengthen the business units finances and support effective decision making.

This role is part of the central Finance Advisory team of 50 staff and reports to the Finance Manager.

There are two positions available one supporting Health Sciences and the other supporting Sciences.

Skills and experience Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

We are looking for an individual with experience in:
Providing financial advisory services including month end accounting; financial reporting analysis and commentary; financial forecasting and budgeting; financial modelling and analysis.
Stakeholder engagement.
Giving financial advice and guidance to non-finance senior managers.

Recognised qualification(s) appropriate to the role and considerable relevant finance experience are essential for the role.

A tertiary level qualification in an accounting/finance discipline is preferred.

Further details Pūroko

These are full-time (37.5 hours) permanent roles located in Ōtepoti Dunedin.

The appointment range for this position is $75631 to $80503. Top of range $88750 per annum.

For further information or to discuss the role in confidence please contact Andrea Wolf (Divisional Manager Finance Health Sciences) or Fraser Hunter (Divisional Manager Finance Sciences) via the contact details below.

Application Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference numberwill close on Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Additional Information

Contact: Andrea Wolf and Fraser Hunter

Position details: Job Description

Further Information: Division of Health Sciences

Further Information: Division of Sciences

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FINANCE ADVISORYFINANCIAL SERVICES DIVISION (FSD) TE RATOKA PŪTEAWho we are Ko wai mātouThe University of Otago is New Zealands oldest University and has a strong teaching and research tradition and well-established national and international linkages. It is also one of New Zealands largest univer...