Systems Accountant
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Job Location:
Buller District - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Systems Accountant
Buller District Council Westport New Zealand
PermanentFull-Time40Hours per week
Join the Buller District Council Team! HonoatukiteroopuKauniheraaroheo Buller!
We areseekingan experiencedand motivatedSystems Accountant totake ownership ofCouncils financial systemsand play a pivotal role at the intersection of Finance andIT lead the management optimization and continuous improvement of our financial systems. This is a high impact rolethatensures our ERP and related financial platforms areaccurate reliable and aligned with Councils operational and strategic needs. As the key link between Finance IT and operational teams you will drive system performance enhance reporting capability and support informed decision making across the organisation.
If you are passionate about financial systems process improvement and cross-functionalcollaboration this role offers the opportunity to make a significant difference
Who are we Kowaitatou
At Buller District Council we are a dedicated customer-focused team committed tomaintainingthe beauty of our regionfrom Karamea toPunakaikiand inland to the environs of Reefton. This is your unique opportunity to step into the wilderness and make a tangible difference in the Buller District. If youpossesstheexpertiseand a proactive attitude to deliver exceptional service to our communitywedlove to hear from you!
Why Join Us He ahatehonomaiki amātau
Thrive in a values-driven workplace that celebrates diversity inclusion and professional development through various learning opportunities benefits and recognition.
- Southern Cross Health Insurance
- Work in a scenic district with a great lifestyle balance.
- Be part of a collaborative and supportive team with a high focus on wellbeing
What Will You Do Ka ahakoe
This role isintegral to both Finance and IT ensuring systemsprocessesand datasupport Councils operational and strategic goals
Key responsibilities will include:
- Oversee and optimise the performance and reliability of Councils financial systems and ERP.
- Lead finance input into system upgrades enhancements and configuration changes managing and troubleshooting when.
- Maintainaccuratetimely and auditable data flows between the ERP and other corporate systems.
- Ensure strong data integrity through validation reconciliation and robust accounting controls.
- Act as the financial systems subject matter expert across Finance IT and operational teams.
- Analyse system data to support budgeting forecasting reporting and performance improvement.
- Build andmaintainfinancial and operational reporting dashboards and analytics tools (e.g. Power BI).
- Maintaina systems improvement roadmap aligned with financial reporting compliance and Council strategy.
Who Are You Kowaikoe
You are an experienced finance professional with a strong understanding of financial systems data integrity and process improvement. You enjoy working at the intersection of finance and technology and are confident translating business needs into practical system solutions.
Essential:
- Tertiary qualification in accountingfinanceor a related field
- Experience working with financial systems or ERP platforms in a finance accounting or systems-focused role
- Strong understanding of accounting principles financial processes and internal control frameworks
- Proven ability tomaintain data accuracy integrity and auditability across complex systems
- Experience troubleshooting system or process issues and working with technical teams or vendors
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and support reporting budgeting and forecasting
- Ability to manage integrations and data flows between multiple systems
Desirable:
- Membership or progress toward a professional accounting designation (e.g. CA CPA).
- Experience working in local government public sector or a similarly regulated environment
- Advanced excel user
- Handson experience with Power BI or other reporting/analytics tools
Our Mission To tatou misioni
To serve the residents of the Buller district conscious of their needs by providing facilities and services and creatingan appropriate environmentfor progress and development while preserving the distinctive natural environment as well as the cultural and historical environments.
Ifyoureready to make a significant impact and work in a supportive forward-thinking environmentwedlove to hear from you!
Position Description upon request.
All applicationsare required tobe accompanied by a cover letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.
Any enquiries about this role please email:
Applications close:3pmFriday 3rdof April2026
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Accounting Tally
- General Ledger Accounting
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Payroll
- Financial Recouncilation
- Financial statement
- Accounting and Finance
- ACCA
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
