Company Description
Job Description
He angituutanga: The opportunity
This role supports Waikato District Council’s financial workstreams as part of the transition to a new Council-Controlled Organisation (CCO).
The Financial Analyst will work collaboratively with Hamilton City Council and other stakeholders to ensure the accurate and timely transfer of financial assets, liabilities, and operations. The role is hands-on and focused on ensuring financial readiness for the go-live date.
This is a fixed term position to 30 June 2026 and based at Waikato District Council in Ngaruawahia.
Qualifications
Oo puumanawa me oo wheako | Your skills and experience
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent required.
- Strong understanding of financial accounting, reporting, and compliance.
- Experience in asset and liability management, preferably in a transition or restructuring context.
- Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and data analysis.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to convey financial information clearly.
- Experience in local government or public sector environments is advantageous.
- High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work in a dynamic project environment.
Additional Information
He aha te wariu o te utu kaimahi? | What’s the salary?
Dependent on skills and experience.
Me Tono Inaaianei!: Apply Now!
If you wish to include a cover letter with your application, please combine this in the same file as your resume and upload as a PDF file. .
Applications close on the: 30/06/2025
Note: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications.
Council is committed to honouring the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi through its relationship with Kiingitanga, Waikato Tainui, mana whenua and maataa waka within Hamilton Kirikiriroa.
All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role.
It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments). If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met.
As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs. We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) – we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings.
This role is being sourced directly. If/where Hamilton City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our panel of selected agencies. Hamilton City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to unsolicited contact.