Job Reference: TEC/1879518A
Attachments: TEC/1879518A Attachments: RD Corporate and Finance Management Financial and Business Performance Management Accountant current August 2025.pdf (PDF, 247KB)Job Specification

Application Close Date: 28-Sep-2025

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  

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. 

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 11:59pm, Sunday 28 September 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.