Senior Financial Accountant at Candidate Experience Site - Department of Internal Affairs

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Feb, 26

Salary

138704.0

Posted On

10 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Public Sector Experience, External Audit, OIA Responses, Select Committee Questions, PBE IPSAS, Financial Policy, Technical Accounting, Communication Skills, Influencing Skills, Internal Controls, GAAP Compliance, Treasury Instructions, Public Finance Act, Public Service Act, Computerised Accounting Systems

Industry

Government Relations Services

Description

Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Location: Wellington Business Group: Finance Branch: Enterprise Services Salary: $121,366 - $138,704 About the Role This role is central to delivering high-quality financial reporting, advice, and accountability. You’ll lead processes for year-end reporting, Select Committee, Parliamentary Questions and OIA responses, and manage external audit processes. You’ll also provide technical financial accounting advice and help shape financial policy and procedures. Key Responsibilities Help maintain effective internal financial controls. Lead financial and performance reporting processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, Treasury instructions, and relevant legislation. Respond to OIA requests, Select Committee questions, and WPQs. Provide PBE IPSAS advice and support decision-making with financial accounting insights. Maintain and improve financial policies and procedures. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders including Treasury and auditors. Selection criteria Proven experience in a senior financial accounting role, particularly in the public sector. Experience in the preparation of Annual Report financial statements and supporting external audits. Experience responding to OIAs, Select Committee questions, WPQOs. CFIS understanding. Extensive use of computerised accounting systems. In-depth understanding of public sector financial reporting, management, and accountability. Strong technical knowledge of the Public Finance Act, Public Service Act, GAAP, and PBE IPSAS. Fully qualified Chartered Accountant or Certified Chartered Accountant. Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels of a large organisation. Why Join Us? At the Department of Internal Affairs, we serve and connect people, communities, and government to build a safe, prosperous, and respected nation. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and the spirit of public service. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We recognise a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees have equal access. Applications close: 5pm, Wednesday 19 November 2025 For more information please contact: Annemarie.Booth@dia.govt.nz, Manager Financial Accounting and Control. Job description: To review the full job description, please click here.

Responsibilities

The role involves delivering high-quality financial reporting and managing external audit processes. You will also provide technical financial accounting advice and help shape financial policy and procedures.