Management Accountant

OverviewHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleAs a Management Accountant, you will support Finance Managers to drive financial performance and minimise financial risk.

The role oversees that finance deliverables including monthly reporting, supporting decision making and the collation of budgets and forecasts are complete in a timely manner.ResponsibilitiesWorking with the Finance Manager to provide effective partnering with and supporting business managers within a division or group of Divisions.Supporting business managers in budgeting and forecasting, including operating and capital budgeting.Accurate and timely internal reporting including financial and non-financial analysis to inform business decision making.Supporting business managers to understand reporting and to explain variances and take necessary remedial action.Ensuring that the business case process is followed and that business cases meet required standards.Adherence to the control environment.Adherence to data quality standards.Ensure that relevant accounting and reporting standards are followed.Ensure that internal audit requirements are met.Developing and maintaining relationships and networks that enable the service and entity to deliver strategic and operational goals.Facilitating positive relationships within and between services, and with other providers, agencies locally, regionally and nationally.View the position description.About the Team / ServiceAs a member of the Finance team, this role has shared accountability for : Steward trust and public funds responsibly across the $1.4 billion Hospital and Specialist Services budget.Provide consistent, accurate, and timely financial information for decision-making.Partner with operational leaders to support clinical and service sustainability.Nationally led, regionally delivered, locally responsive balancing standardisation with customer requirements.A trusted strategic partner rather than purely transactional, advising executives on productivity, investment, and cost sustainability.Digitally enabled, using common platforms, shared services, and data analytics to improve forecasting and resource allocation.Sustainable and future-focused, ensuring the health system can live within its means while still delivering equity of access and outcomes.About WaikatoThe Waikato region is a dynamic mix of scenery and culture, providing a variety of experiences for every age.

For more information on living and working in Waikato, view information online.About HamiltonWaikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving the Midland area.

It offers comprehensive hospital services and is affiliated with universities and polytechnics.

Hamilton is a vibrant city with a range of attractions and events, and is a place to live and work.About youAs a Management Accountant, you will bring proven experience in management accounting roles.

You have a strong track record as a management accountant.As a Chartered Accountant (or equivalent), you combine professional credibility with a practical, solutions-focused approach ensuring both the big picture and the finer details are taken care of.Undergraduate degree, preferably with a major in accounting.Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) or equivalent.Minimum 5 years accounting experience.Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59 pm on 15 October 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Devey at

• will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.Job detailsJob Reference : WAI30467Location : North Island - Waikato - HamiltonJob type : Permanent Full timeExpertise : Non-clinical - Finance / Accounting - Finance / Accounting

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