Job Description
- Join the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) / Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua
- Be part of a high-trust organisation where your financial insights and collaboration will help deliver real results.
- Flexible working
- Wellington CBD location
- Remuneration from $100k+
Do you enjoy working across business units to deliver quality work? We're looking for a skilled and strategic Senior Management Accountant to join our, Financial and Business Performance Group. This is a key role providing high-quality financial advice, reporting, and analysis to support decision-making across the organisation.
He angitūtanga: What will you be doing?
You'll lead the preparation of operating budgets and forecasts, deliver insightful monthly reporting, and support strategic and business planning. You'll also play a vital role in project accounting, financial training, and stakeholder engagement.
- Prepare, analyze and deliver annual operating budgets and forecasts.
- Provide financial insights to support strategic and business planning.
- Lead month-end processing and variance analysis.
- Deliver financial reports to Board-level standard.
- Provide financial training and support to managers and internal customers.
- Evaluate financial requirements for new projects and support business case development.
- Provide financial advice and reporting on operating and capital projects.
He kōrero mōu: What will you bring to the role?
We're seeking someone who is not only technically strong but also a great communicator and collaborator. You'll be confident working with a range of internal stakeholders, including non-financial managers, and bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach. You'll be comfortable navigating complexity and ambiguity and enjoy contributing to continuous improvement and strategic thinking.
- A relevant tertiary qualification and Chartered Accountant status (CAANZ or equivalent).
- Proven experience preparing operating and capital budgets.
- Strong knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act.
- Strong project accounting experience across capital and operational budgets.
- Excellent relationship-building skills, especially with non-accountants.
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, SUMIF, lookups).
- Experience with mid-size financial systems (TechnologyOne preferred).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisation and time management.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What you will get in return?
- A supportive, collaborative team environment.
- A key role in helping senior leaders access the insights they need to succeed.
- Three TEC days of additional leave between Christmas and New Year.
- A range of benefits including flexible working and an inclusive, engaging culture.
- Recruitment salary is from $100k + dependant on the skills & experience you bring, plus 3% Kiwisaver employer contributions.
Me pēhea te tuku tono: How to Apply
Sound like a great fit. We'd love to hear from you. Please apply now with your tailored cover letter and CV.
- For more information, refer to the attached job description. Applications close 5:00pm, Monday 25 August 2025. For enquiries only, contact hr@tec.govt.nz
- Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time of application.
- Before confirming any offer of employment, the TEC will undertake pre-employment checks including criminal conviction history and reference checks.
- The TEC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We look forward to your application.
