Assistant Financial Accountant

• Showcase your expertise within a supportive and experienced team
• Great work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements available
• Fixed term or secondment opportunity until June 2026
• Based at our National Office in Wellington

Mo te tunga | About the role

As the Assistant Financial Accountant you will be joining a dynamic and diverse team environment. You will play a key part in ensuring the structural integrity and accuracy of the Department's financial system. Your responsibilities will include providing essential accounting support to the wider Finance team, assisting with financial reporting, reconciliations, and data management. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a collaborative environment, contributing to the overall financial stability and success of the Department of Corrections.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience

To be successful in this position you should have:

• A good knowledge and demonstrable competence in financial accounting practices and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite of products - particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to complete tasks on time and to a high standard.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in all areas of work
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Whilst not essential, knowledge and experience with SAP financial system would be advantageous.
• A keen interest in financial systems and processes, with a strong ability to work effectively in a team environment.

The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification (at least equivalent to Bachelors) in, finance, accounting, or a related field, and preferably have or working towards their CA/CPA qualification.

Utu a-tau | Salary

The midpoint of the salary range is $82,729 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $70,320 - $99,275 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

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.

If you are considering a secondment opportunity, you must have your Managers support to apply for this position.

Applications close on: Thursday 20 November 2025, 12pm, NZST.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact Sarah.Zagarelos@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.