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Senior Financial Services Administrator

Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga TamarikiRotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

10 hours ago

Job description

More than a Job - A career with purpose in Rotorua

Salary - $68,371 - $75,501 per annum dependent on experience
Location - Rotorua
Permanent role

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values :

We put Tamariki first

We believe Aroha is vital

We respect the Mana of people

We are Tika and Pono

We value Whakapapa

We recognise that Oranga is a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Join our team at the Financial Services Centre as a Senior Financial Services Administrator and step into a career that blends technical excellence, leadership and purpose.

At Oranga Tamariki our mission is clear, to put children at the heart of everything we do. Our Financial Services Centre is the engine room that makes this possible - ensuring that payments are accurate and made in a timely manner and that financial processes are efficient and adhere to internal controls.

As a Senior Financial Services Administrator, you'll perform critical financial operations, coach and train others, influence process improvements and drive service excellence across the organisation, your financial expertise will directly support better outcomes for tamariki and whanau across Aotearoa.

This role is based in our shared service centre in tranquil Rotorua, take advantage of work life balance and strong meaningful community values. Candidates for this role are required to already be based in Rotorua or be willing to relocate to Rotorua for this opportunity.

Key requirements of the role

Strong experience in delivering customer focused financial services (including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other financial administration), administrative support, and advisory activities to managers and staff, preferably in a large organization.

Experience in coaching, training, and providing day to day support to staff.

Able to effectively prioritise and schedule work to meet competing deadlines and maintain the quality of services delivered

Able to communicate complex ideas to a variety of audiences and build and maintain rapport with others

Demonstrated experience in using a financial management information system (FMIS).

Experience in the continuous improvement of financial and administration systems and standard operating procedures.

Demonstrated ability to work in collaborative peer and other, stakeholder relationships.

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

A high level of competence in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

Knowledge of the Treaty of Waitangi principles, tikanga Maori and Pacific peoples' culture.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $68,371 and $75,501 dependent on experience. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. A strong cover letter should complement your CV by telling a compelling story about why you're the right fit for the role, why you want the role, why Oranga Tamariki and to and what you bring.

Please note that applications for this role close at midnight on Thursday, 16th October 2025. However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now. If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.

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Senior Administrator • Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand