Financial Accountant

Oranga Tamariki is seeking a Financial Accountant to join our Financial Control function and contribute to the overall wellbeing of tamariki and whānau of Aotearoa New Zealand.

• Wellington location based in our National Office on The Terrace
• Permanent, full-time mahi
• Complex and dynamic environment
  
  

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono 
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey
  
  

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Financial Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of Oranga Tamariki’s financial information and supporting statutory and management reporting requirements.

This role is well suited to a qualified accountant who enjoys working in a complex public sector environment and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Making sure our financial records are accurate, complete, and kept up to date
• Preparing monthly and annual financial statements and meet Treasury and statutory reporting requirements
• Helping respond to audits, OIA requests, Select Committee questions, and other information requests
• Improve the way we do things by strengthening financial systems, processes, and controls, and providing clear accounting advice to colleagues
  
  

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Experience And Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial accounting and reporting
• Understanding of public sector financial reporting requirements (or the ability to learn quickly)
• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance
• CAANZ qualified, or an equivalent membership
• Experience with SAP is desirable but not essential
  
  

Skills and attributes

• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and priorities in a reporting-driven environment
• A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous improvement
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples’ culture 
• The valid right to work in New Zealand, and be based in Wellington
  
  

Nōu te rourou | Whats in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $77,886 and $86,082 dependant on experience.

We also offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

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Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

If you have any questions about role, please contact

Applications for this role close at midnight on Sunday 3 May 2026

However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.

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