Finance Business Partner

At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our goal is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. So we can deliver on our responsibilities, we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us get there. In return, we offer a positive and go-ahead organisational culture, where work/life balance is both respected and valued. Otago's a pretty special place, covering a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers and wild beaches. Our environment is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it. The Opportunity Our Management Accounting team at the Otago Regional Council is looking for a Finance Business Partner to join the team on a permanent, full time basis our busy Dunedin office. The purpose of this role is to provide timely and accurate financial management information and advice to management and the various teams within Council. This includes educating and upskilling managers and staff in specific areas on how to build and maintain consistent good financial practice. As a Finance Business Partner you will be responsible for:

• Analysing and reporting monthly on financial areas including variance analysis
• Supporting Budget Managers prepare their annual budgets including the LTP (Long Term Plan) and AP (Annual Plan)
• Keeping financial forecasts up to date and understanding and communicating the funding implications
• Understanding the links between non-financial and financial performance of allocated council operations and providing insightful commentary
• Providing coaching to budget managers in financial reporting requirements and best practice

If you are an experienced finance professional with strong interpersonal skills who can partner with employees across an organisation, then this role is for you! About You Our ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Accounting or Business
• 10 years' experience providing financial management advice in a medium to large organisation
• Advanced knowledge of computer-based accounting systems and office procedures
• Knowledge of accounting requirements of the Local Government Act 2002.
• Proven experience in budget management, financial management and modelling.
• CA membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of New Zealand

A copy of the full position description is available on our website when you select the link to apply. What we offer We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of kākau māhaki | caring, matatika | trustworthy, pono | open and honest, mahi kātahi | collaborative, noho haepapa | accountable, wairua auaha | creative, alongside us, regardless of their background. To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:

• Flexible work opportunities
• Life Insurance
• Superannuation
• Competitive remuneration packages

How to Apply If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button. Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received so we encourage you to apply early. All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand. Applications close Sunday, 14 January 2024 Receive job alerts or start applying now #J-18808-Ljbffr