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FINANCE ADVISORY
FINANCIAL SERVICES DIVISION (FSD) | TE RATOKA PŪTEA
Who we are/Ko wai mātou
The University of Otago is New Zealand's oldest University and has a strong teaching and research tradition and well-established national and international linkages. It is also one of New Zealand's largest universities, with over 20,000 students, assets in excess of $2.0 billion and 4,000 full time equivalent staff based in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland and Invercargill.
Ranked within the top 1% of universities in the world, the University of Otago recognises that our staff are the key to our success.
The role/Te mahi
As a Finance Associate, you will provide expert financial advice, analysis and day-to-day support to executives and managers that strengthen the business unit’s finances and support effective decision making.
This role is part of the central Finance Advisory team of 50 staff and reports to the Finance Manager (Heath Sciences).
Skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
- Providing financial advisory services, including month end accounting; financial reporting, analysis and commentary; financial forecasting and budgeting; financial modelling and analysis.
- Stakeholder engagement.
- Giving financial advice and guidance to non-finance senior managers.
Recognised qualification(s) appropriate to the role and considerable relevant finance experience are essential for the role.
A tertiary level qualification in an accounting/finance discipline is preferred.
Further details/Pūroko
This is a full-time (37.5 hours), permanent role located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.
The appointment range for this position is $75,631 to $80,503. Top of range $88,750 per annum.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.
The University of Otago | Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.
For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence – please contact Desiree Levy, Head of Finance Advisory via the contact details.
Application/Tono
Applications quoting reference number 2501168 will close on 17th August 2025.
Applications will be considered as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
