Accountant (L2)

Wellington - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Senior Financial Accountant (Accountant L2)

We are looking for a passionate and proven Senior Financial Accountant with the curiosity and capability to grow their career in financial accounting. This role is Wellington based.

This unique role contributes to the Financial Statements of the Government and offers true professional development opportunities within an organisation committed to flexible working and authentic engagement.

About the role Mō te tūnga

Our team facilitates the accounting collection and disbursement ofover $116 billion of tax and $5 billion of social policy payments on behalf of the Crown manages the valuations for $30 billion of Crown assets and provides financial advice and support across IR and the broader sector in relation to tax and social policy.

Sitting within Non-Departmental Accounting the Senior Financial Accountant will gain a detailed understanding of Inland Revenues accounting processes the Crown functions managed by Inland Revenue and the Treasurys reporting requirements.

Youll be responsible for:

Providing financial accounting advice services and reporting across tax and social policy to ensure accurate Treasury reporting and to maximise the value of Crown assets
Preparing Treasury and internal reporting baseline updates and appropriation processes
Contributing to data preparation and analysis for valuations
Subject matter expertise for our data systems and accounting frameworks
Interpreting and analysing data to identify and explain financial trends and risks
Building strong working relationships with a range of internal and external customers including internalbusiness owners the Treasury valuers and auditors.

About you Mōu

This position will suit someone looking to further enhance their knowledge develop their experience and progresstheir career within the team. To be successful you will also possess the following attributes:

Strong data analysis and analytical skills with the ability to turn information into meaningful insights
A curious mindset with the ability to work through complex accounting issues
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and confidence to clearly and effectively communicate with both external and internal customers
Strong customer service focus and ability to quickly build effective working relationships
Highly motivated team player who enjoys working across both the immediate team the broader Finance team and Inland Revenue
Sound planning and organisation skills including the ability to work to deadlines
A minimum of 5 plus years accounting experience including strong financial accounting experience and basic knowledge of general tax principles
Experience working in a large government finance team
Chartered Accountant(or equivalent recognised by CAANZ) qualification
Strong technical aptitude demonstrated by an ability to learn and understand complex concepts quickly
Experience in working with large accounting systems.

About us Mō mātou

Te Tari Taake Inland Revenue plays a critical role in improving the economic and social wellbeing of Aotearoa New Zealand.

The Finance group delivers finance services to support the efficient and effective use of resources the stewardship of assets and to build financial management capability.

We are committed to keeping to the Treaty of Waitangis guiding principles in our work for and with Māori customers and our employees their whānau hapū and important to us is how we work - our organisation continues to develop a culture which is customer-centric intelligence-led agile and inclusive.

We have trust and integrity - we innovate to make a difference - we value people - we work together.

Were offering great flexibility support and development opportunities unique to you and your aspirations so that you can bring your whole self to work and thrive with us.

Apply here Tono mai

Please apply online with your CVanduse your cover letterto outline your experience and describe your interest.

Feel free to contact Marco van Hofwegen in the Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions .

Applications close5pm Sunday 22 March 2026

DescriptionSenior Financial Accountant (Accountant L2)We are looking for a passionate and proven Senior Financial Accountant with the curiosity and capability to grow their career in financial accounting. This role is Wellington based.This unique role contributes to the Financial Statements of the G...