Accountant

Shared Services Finance provides finance, planning, reporting and administration support to a wide and varied range of Service Divisions. These divisions include, University Management, Campus Life, Academic Services, Student Information and Marketing Services, International Office, Confucius Institute, School of Graduate Studies, Schools Partnership Office, Human Resources, Strategic Engagement, Equity, Planning Office, Research Office, James Henare Maori Research Office, Alumni Relations & Development and Communications.

Here is a fantastic opportunity to use your strong financial, interpersonal and administrative skills in a diverse and interesting work environment.

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join the Shared Services Finance team on a permanent basis.You will have an excellent understanding of financial reporting, including budgeting, forecasting and providing insightful commentary.You will be comfortable with providing sound financial advice and ensuring that the needs of your internal customers are met.

The successful candidate will be:

• Organised and has a high attention to detail
• Willing to challenge and recommend process improvements
• Willing to accept responsibility and challenges
• A strong team player who demonstrates good interpersonal skills
• Adopts flexible work practices to manage conflicting priorities for multiple Service Divisions
• A self-starter and thinks outside the box
• Helpful, courteous and with an outgoing personality
• Experienced in a similar role

​Professional Staff Level 6

The University has an equity policy and welcomes applications from all qualified persons.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students.

Applications close on Wednesday 5th October 2016.