Senior Project Accountant

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Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

This role is a fixed term opportunity for 10 months. 

The Senior Project Accountant will assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of effective and innovative business planning and budgeting systems and strategies to support Programme planning, risk management, decision making and monitoring processes. As a strategic partner to the Property Delivery team, the Senior Project Accountant will provide analytical financial and asset information for decision support to help them carry out their responsibilities.

The Senior Project Accountant has a key role in ensuring that capital reporting meets the needs of both these stakeholders including identifying and advising on measures to improve data quality and utility. Furthermore, they may oversee the activities of additional team members who will be responsible for budgeting, maintenance of systems, property financial calculators and providing quality analysis and advice to the programme.

For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.

About you | Mōhou ake

You will be a fully qualified Chartered Accountant with significant and relevant experience in a Finance team of an asset-intensive organisation (preferably a crown agency) and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics or a similar business discipline.

You will also offer:

• Effective communication and relationship management skills
• Experience in a project accounting role
• Experience with financial modelling across multiple years and funding sources
• Experience of working with multiple data sources and systems to compile and generate management reports
• The ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles / can get messages across with the desired effect.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

This opportunity will provide the right candidate with interesting and challenging work and the ability to develop and grow their career.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

Te Pou Rangatōpū | Corporate group is responsible for delivering essential Ministry-wide statutory and corporate functions. We enable the organisation to operate effectively and help fulfil the statutory and reporting obligations of Te Tāhuhu.

The Capital Investments Team plays a critical role in supporting the capital delivery of school property projects. The team partners with delivery teams from project inception through to completion, providing financial insights, analysis, and advice at every stage. By ensuring strong financial oversight and alignment with strategic objectives, the Capital Investments Team helps drive successful outcomes and deliver value across the school property portfolio.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

For further information, please contact Hussein Abbas, Finance Manager (National Programmes) at Hussein.Abbas@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight – Wedneday 24 September 2025.

We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.