• Looking for more variety in your role?

  • Join our small high-performing team and work across the entire organisation

  • 12-to-14-month fixed term role based in Wellington

 

He angitūtanga | The opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Management Accountant to provide parental leave backfill in EECA’s finance team. This role will work closely with the Manager Finance to set the direction and drive the implementation of the financial strategy to support achievement of EECA’s overall objectives.

 

Key responsibilities of the role include:

 

  •   Providing expert financial advice and information
  • Leading the financial planning, forecasting and annual budget process
  • Supporting the organisation to understand and monitor financial results vs. budget
  • Enhancing financial systems, implementing reporting changes and ensuring we’re meeting our requirements

 

He kōrero mōu | About you

We are looking for an experienced Management Accountant with outstanding relationship management and communication skills – as you will need to collaborate and contribute at the leadership group level. Our ideal candidate will also have:

  • CAANZ Chartered Accountant qualification (or equivalent)

  • Experience in management reporting, ideally within the Public Sector

  • Knowledge of financial management information systems and sound knowledge of Excel

  • An improvement focus.

 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

An important opportunity to join a government agency with a strong focus on delivery, to do meaningful work with motivated people that has a tangible impact on the lives of New Zealanders.  

  • Access to a well-utilised social club
  • An excellent working environment – with a dynamic work culture.

 

Mō mātou | About us

EECA’s mission is to mobilise New Zealanders to be world leaders in clean and clever energy use. We are Te Tari Tiaki Pūngao – Guardian of the energy. This means we have a responsibility to ensure that all of New Zealand recognises that the energy we save now will be an asset to our future, in a multitude of ways. Our desired outcome is a sustainable energy system that supports the prosperity and well-being of current and future generations.

In order to get there, key strategic objectives are:

  • Energy efficiency first
  • Empower energy users
  • Accelerate renewable energy

You can read more about what who we are at Who we are - About EECA | EECA(external link)

 

Tono ināianei | Apply now

All applications must be sent by email, and include a CV and Cover Letter to Caishar Haribhai-Thompson at careers@eeca.govt.nz. Applications Close: 11:59pm on Sunday 7 September 2025.

Please note: We will be reviewing applications after the closing date and will be in touch as early as possible about status of your application.

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