Finance opportunities at Government Communications Security Bureau, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

The secret to our success is our people. While we are ordinary people, we are not all the same. We welcome diversity, in all its forms, in fact we consider it a strength. Join us and work at the heart of national security to protect New Zealand and New Zealanders.

The NZIC Finance unit within Intelligence Community Shared Services (ICSS) is in an exciting growth phase and we have several opportunities for those looking for that next step in their career or looking for a change where curiosity and inquisitive minds are encouraged. The work you do with the NZIC will be unique and rewarding.

We are on the hunt for experienced and highly competent individuals with the necessary 'tight-lipped' skills to get amongst enhancing Aotearoa's national security. You will work for a national organisation with diverse, talented, and committed individuals who are anything but ordinary - creating a safer environment for all New Zealanders.

Finance Systems Coordinator: Responsibility for checking the fmis data integrity, fmis administration and user support, and supporting process improvements of finance systems.

• Studied or are studying towards a qualification in finance/accounting or an equivalent level of experience
• Proven finance system administration experience
• Ability to pick up new systems quickly

Financial Accountant: Provide financial accounting advice and support, including provision of high level financial analytical services.  You will also be responsible for external financial reporting outputs.

• Post qualification experience in a charted accounting firm or a medium sized complex organisation within the public or private sector
• Demonstrated understanding of finance policies, principles and trends
• Sound IFRS knowledge and a familiarity with fixed asset accounting requirements
• Extensive experience in reconciliations and financial controls as well as managing the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.

Financial Accountant (Operational): Provide financial accounting advice and support, including provision of high level financial analytical services.  The Financial Accountant (Operational) is also responsible for providing specific support for areas of expenditure that are required to be obfuscated.

• Post qualification experience in a charted accounting firm or a medium sized complex organisation within the public or private sector
• Demonstrated understanding of finance policies, principles and trends
• Sound IFRS knowledge and a familiarity with fixed asset accounting requirements
• Extensive experience in reconciliations and financial controls and managing the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements

Finance Analyst: Responsibility for performing financial analysis and forecasting to support the provision of strategic financial management advice for decisions on current expenditure and planning future spending for the agencies.  

• Relevant tertiary qualification in a financial or accounting discipline and/or equivalent level of experience
• Proven finance analysis experience
• Understanding of Accounting/Finance discipline
• Ability to translate strategy into operational delivery

To excel in your role, you will:

• Have exceptional skills and experience with excellent written communication skills
• Proven experience in building and maintaining strong effective working relationships
• Strong customer focus and dedication to service delivery.

Benefits:

• We provide a supportive environment that values effective teamwork and a shared sense of purpose. There is generous access to training and well-defined opportunities for career progression.
• Extras -
  • flexible hours for work/life balance
  • in-house gym
  • subsidised health insurance
  • vision care
  • additional six days annual leave
• Social and cultural clubs, including our Waiata Group
• Supportive staff network groups representing our LGBTQI+, Asian, Pasifika, ex-Military and Neurodiverse staff, as well as women in intelligence

We offer comprehensive benefits, flexibility and work-life balance. If you have questions about working with us, we've busted the most common myths - check out our myth busting booklet https://beyondordinary.nzic.govt.nz/mythbusting

For more information about the role and how to apply, visit our website today!