Senior Treasury Accountant (Based In New Zealand)

Overview

Senior Treasury Accountant (Based in New Zealand) with responsibilities centered in back-office treasury operations, financial analysis, hedge accounting, and supporting transformation initiatives.

This role is based in Auckland, New Zealand.

Responsibilities

Ensure the timely and accurate monthly accounting for treasury transactions, including foreign exchange and debt activities, while implementing procedural enhancements as necessary.

Supervise the execution of hedging strategies such as foreign exchange, fuel, and interest rate hedges by maintaining thorough documentation and conducting hedge relationship testing.

Prepare monthly outlooks, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, and provide detailed analyses of variances to underpin the function's objectives.

Monitor adherence to Treasury Policy by preparing monthly compliance reports, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and authorising treasury payments in accordance with policy requirements.

Provide authoritative advice on treasury matters, including hedging strategies and new funding instruments, while supporting external audit processes and statutory reporting obligations.

Lead the delivery of treasury-related projects by advancing systems and processes, facilitating system upgrades (including Quantum and Reval), and automating manual procedures wherever feasible.

Serve as a business partner by offering analytical support to front office treasury, corporate finance, and group finance teams to enable informed decision making.

Mentor and guide members of the treasury accounting team to encourage professional development and promote best practice across the group.

Engage constructively with stakeholders at all levels, internal teams such as senior finance specialists, chapter leads, corporate finance, and external parties including auditors to ensure seamless information flow.

Foster an open communication culture by responding promptly to queries from internal teams or external auditors regarding treasury transactions or financial statement disclosures.

Qualifications

A tertiary qualification in Finance accompanied by Chartered Accountant membership (or equivalent) from a recognised professional body is essential for this appointment.

A minimum of six years' experience in financial, back office treasury accounting with at least three years specifically dedicated to treasury accounting is required for success in this position.

Demonstrated ability to contribute constructively as part of a management team within complex organisational environments is highly valued.

Exceptional technical proficiency in accounting processes combined with advanced analytical capabilities is necessary for this role.

Proven experience positively influencing stakeholders through exemplary communication skills, both verbal and written.

Notable leadership qualities evidenced through mentoring or coaching others within finance functions are important attributes sought after for this position.

Commitment to teamwork and willingness to share information openly while contributing ideas that enhance collective performance.

The ability to build rapport swiftly with internal colleagues across multiple departments and external partners such as auditors is vital for effective collaboration.

About the company

This organisation exemplifies excellence through its steadfast commitment to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's perspective is respected.

For those inspired by the prospect of making meaningful contributions within technically challenging contexts, and who value authentic support from colleagues invested in their well-being, this company offers an outstanding platform upon which to advance your career with clear pathways.

What's next

Should this align with your aspirations, where your expertise will shape the future of treasury accounting alongside supportive colleagues, please apply for this role now.

As this role is based in New Zealand, relocation may be required.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

About the job

Contract Type : Permanent

Specialism : Accountancy & Finance

Focus : Treasury

Workplace Type : On-site

Experience Level : Mid Management

Location : City of London

Industry : Aerospace

Salary : Negotiable

Job Reference : W83U6E-C9DFCB12

Date posted : 19 August 2025

Consultant : Jennifer Gilbert

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