- Drive automation, innovation, and continuous improvement in financial reporting
- Deliver trusted insights that support strategic decisions across the organisation
- Work across finance, IT, and business teams to create impactful, user-focused solutions
Mo te tunga | About the role
The Principal Adviser Finance Systems and Reporting plays a key role in enabling Ara Poutama Aotearoa's Finance team to deliver trusted, high-quality financial advice that supports strategic decision-making across the organisation.
Reporting to the Director Finance Systems and Reporting, you will lead the development of standardised reporting frameworks, drive automation and continuous improvement, and ensure the integrity and usability of financial data. You'll design and maintain reporting tools and dashboards that provide timely, accurate insights to support planning, forecasting, and performance analysis.
This role works closely with finance, IT, and business units to translate complex needs into effective reporting solutions. You'll promote consistency in reporting standards, build real-time reporting capability, and maintain strong controls to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
As a subject matter expert, you'll also support and train teams across the organisation to use reporting tools confidently and interpret financial information with clarity. If you're passionate about enabling better decisions through smart systems and meaningful data, this is a chance to make a lasting impact in a purpose-driven public service.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Proven experience leading finance system and reporting improvements across complex environments.
- Advanced financial and analytical skills, with expertise in tools such as SAP, SAC, SAS and Power BI.
- Strong ability to translate business needs into technical reporting solutions that drive insight and performance.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with a track record of influencing across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Deep understanding of financial systems, modelling, and public sector processes, with a focus on data integrity and continuous improvement.
Nga painga | The benefits
The midpoint of the salary range is $125,601 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $125,601 - $177,318 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is recognised for its strong financial capability and commitment to continuous improvement, making it an ideal environment for finance professionals who want to make a meaningful impact. You'll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values innovation, integrity, and service.
We offer:
- A role with strategic influence and visibility across the organisation
- Opportunities to lead system and reporting improvements that support better decision-making
- A supportive environment focused on professional development and public sector excellence
Mo matou | About us
Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.
We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
Tono inaianei | Apply Now
To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered.
When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.
Applications close on: Sunday 7th September
If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact [email protected], or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.
