Senior Finance Partner

Join us at New Plymouth District Council!

Tūhono mai ki Te Kaunihera-ā-Rohe o Ngāmotu!

Who are we? - Ko wai mātou?

Te Kaunihera-ā-Rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is dedicated to serving our community and enhancing the quality of life for those who live, work, and visit here.

We are guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to fostering partnerships that respect and celebrate our district's rich cultural heritage. Through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, we aim to deliver exceptional services and initiatives that support our vision of building a thriving, connected, and future-focused district.

At Te Kaunihera-ā-Rohe o Ngāmotu, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and dynamic organisation that values people, creativity, and progress.

The opportunity - Te āheinga

We're looking for a Senior Finance Partner to join our Finance and Planning team at NPDC, reporting to the Finance Partner Lead.

This is a pivotal role where you'll provide proactive financial and commercial advice to support strategic decision-making across the organisation. You'll help strengthen the Council's financial accountability by enhancing reporting systems and frameworks and ensuring the delivery of accurate, relevant, and timely financial information.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to continuous improvement, innovation, and service excellence in financial management.

Key responsibilities - Ngā haepapa matua

• Development of annual plans, budgets, and financial forecasts
• Ensure performance against budgets is continually monitored and reviewed
• Development of financial models and analysis to support business cases, investment decisions, and service delivery improvements
• Support the development and implementation of performance metrics and KPIs to monitor financial and operational outcomes
• Support and help with development of finance partners, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and service excellence
• Champion continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and business partnering practices
• Support the Systems Accountant in the development and maintenance of the Council's financial systems
• Collaborate with the wider finance team to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment of financial information and reporting
• Assist with the development of the Council's accounting policies, practices, systems, and documentation
• Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation

Essential skills and experience - Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako

• Chartered Accountant or similar qualification
• Minimum of five years' post-qualification experience in financial management, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Sound system skills and experience working with ERP systems
• Experience in Local Government Accounting and Finance

Why Taranaki? - He aha ngā hua o te rohe nei?

Taranaki is a region like no other, offering a perfect balance of career opportunities and lifestyle. Nestled between the stunning Mounga Taranaki and the sparkling Tasman Sea, it's a place where you can explore world-class hiking trails, surf pristine beaches, and enjoy vibrant arts and culture, all within minutes of each other.

The region boasts affordable living, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. Whether you're seeking adventure, tranquillity, or a bit of both, Taranaki provides an unparalleled quality of life that will make every day feel extraordinary.

What we offer - Ngā Ratonga

At New Plymouth District Council, we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff.

This includes:

• Solid career pathways
• Learning and development opportunities
• Personal and professional growth
• Our People's Package spans five key pillars: Wellbeing, Development, Benefits, Culture, and Recognition

You can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with a salary of between $111,531 - $120,204.

Why join us? - Ngā hua o tō hono mai?

We value the wellbeing of our team and provide an inclusive workplace that recognises and rewards your contributions. Together, we're building a better New Plymouth - one step at a time.

Applications close Wednesday, 22 October 2025.

Be part of a council that values people, culture, and opportunity.

Me tūhono mai koe kia tautoko i te Ngāmotu o āpōpō!

Te Kaunihera-ā-Rohe o Ngāmotu is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.