Financial Modeller / Senior Financial Modeller at NZ Commerce Commission, Wellington or Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Financial Modeller / Senior Financial Modeller, Infrastructure Regulation

Our newly established Infrastructure Regulation branch exists to make New Zealanders better off through the economic regulation of infrastructure in Aotearoa. We are looking for both a Financial Modeller and Senior Financial Modeller to join our new team responsible for the financial modelling across our branch. These are permanent positions, based in our Wellington or Auckland office, with flexible working options available.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Reporting to the Financial Modelling Manager, you will play an important role in forming the culture of our newly created Financial Modelling team and contribute to how we perform this function. You will be responsible for delivering accurate financial modelling to support the regulation of infrastructure, as well as provide robust advice on the financial position of our regulated businesses. You will make cost of capital (Weighted Average Cost of Capital) determinations and monitor the financial position of regulated businesses. You may also be involved in other work across the Commission.

This is an opportunity to use your financial modelling experience to make a real difference across all sectors that we regulate.

He kōrero mōu | About you

We are looking for someone with:

• experience in financial modelling including profitability assessments, cashflow analysis and, ideally, WACC determinations
• proven experience of managing projects or parts of them, and track record of delivering
• the ability to think strategically
• an in-built drive to get things done, seek out opportunities for improving existing modelling, and successfully manage priorities
• the ability to use different information and data sources to draw insights and conclusions
• an understanding of economic regulation and/or experience in electricity, gas, fuel, telecommunications, or government regulation (preferable, but not essential)
• some familiarity with programming languages (eg, R, Python, SQL) or a keenness to learn would also be a bonus

Read more about the skills, experience and knowledge required for this position in the position description at the bottom.

Ko mātou tēnei | Who we are

Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission is New Zealand's competition, fair trading, consumer credit and economic regulatory agency. Our mission is to make New Zealanders better off by ensuring our markets work well and consumers and businesses are confident participants in those markets.

The Commission is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by increases in its functions, duties and powers, and supported by additional Government funding.

Te wāhi mahi | Working here

We're friendly and collaborative and enjoy interesting work that contributes to a shared vision of making New Zealanders better off.  Career growth and development is not only supported and encouraged, it's a part of everyday life here.  We also offer a range of benefits to show that we'll value your mahi, including generous leave entitlements, study support, a range of wellness initiatives and competitive remuneration. 

We are committed to our people's wellbeing.  Any support needed is freely given, providing the opportunity for everyone to thrive.  Our flexible working options are key to supporting that goal and our people have the technology they need to make it happen. We even offer a contribution to working from home set up costs.  Our environment is inclusive, and our people know they are free to be their authentic selves at work and structure the way they work to suit their lifestyle.

Ka pēhea te tono mai | How to apply

If you want to contribute to our vision to make New Zealanders better off, please click 'Apply for this job' below. You will need to complete an online application form and upload your CV and Cover Letter outlining your motivation for applying for this role and the skills and experience you bring.

For any queries contact Liz Martin on 04 924 3625. Closing date for applications Sunday 3 July 2022.

Our recruitment process is fair, inclusive and free from bias and we encourage our applicants to let us know if we can make it more user friendly for them.  We are an equal opportunity employer.  We value diverse perspectives and the contribution every one of our people makes to our culture.  Put simply – you can be yourself here.