The role

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.



Financial Accountant

Amberley, New Zealand

Reference: 6723326

About us | Mō Mātou

At Hurunui District Council we are driven by a commitment to our community and service excellence. Join our team to support our mission to find the right people in the right place at the right time to provide services that are efficient, effective and appropriate for our community.

About the role | Mō Te Tūranga

This is a busy and varied role. Keeping to cyclic timeframes producing regular financial reporting, ensuring information is collated and provided accurately. Working closely with internal stakeholders ensuring they are well supported to deliver on their business plans and safeguarding the integrity of our financial systems and reporting.

About you | Mōu

Ideally you have a few years' experience in a similarly complex organisation, you are smart and driven along with;

  • CA or CPA qualification
  • Strong technology skills - Power BI &/or DataScape is advantageous
  • Confident with a desire to interact and partner with the wider business
  • A continuous improvement mindset

We offer | Tā mātou mahi

  • Flexible working arrangements to suit your outside work commitments.
  • Professional and personal development.
  • Established carpool system from Christchurch.
  • Free parking.

We thrive on diversity of thought, always seeking the best outcomes to our valued rate payers. We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment where diverse ideas are celebrated, and personal and professional growth is encouraged.

Interested? For more information contact hr@hurunui.govt.nz


Applications Close: 28 Feb 2025


The application process

We handle all our recruiting through this website. Please avoid directly contacting any council employee or councillor to submit your application or inquire about employment. If a contact name and email address are provided in the advertisement, they are there to help answer any preliminary questions you might have about the position, the application process, or working at the Hurunui District Council. Please do not send your application to this email address.

Our application form is straightforward and should only take a few minutes to complete. However, we recommend preparing your CV and any cover letter (PDF format preferred) before you start.

Once you complete the application and hit “Submit,” you’ll receive a confirmation message letting you know we’ve received your application. This completes the application process.

We promise to keep you updated on the progress of your application and will contact all candidates as soon as possible, regardless of the outcome.

For more information, visit: www.hurunui.govt.nz