Business Accountant (Fixed Term)

Department of Conservation NZ – Rotorua, North Island

• Bring your accounting expertise to DOC and help drive financial excellence in conservation projects across Central North Island, ensuring sustainable growth and success for generations to come
• $96,185 - $128,912 pro-rata
• Fixed term / Secondment : 12 months, Taupo location – will consider other locations within the Central North Island region

Our vision : Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Join DOC to collaborate on impactful projects, from major capital investments to significant conservation initiatives, all while ensuring sound financial performance and sustainability.

As a Business Accountant at DOC, you will be responsible for delivering expert financial services and guidance that support effective decision‑making and the long‑term success of DOC’s initiatives. You’ll be engaging with a variety of stakeholders, including the Regional Operations Director and Managers, to provide invaluable financial analysis, advice, and forecasts. You’ll support a team of DOC staff based in Whanganui, Pipiriki, Raetihi, Ohakune, Whakapapa, Turangi and Taupo. Your insights will play a key role in shaping the future of DOC’s projects and partnerships.

Your mahi will also contribute to the success of key partnerships and projects in the region, such as the Taupo Trout Fishery, the Whakapapa Redevelopment – significant capital investment into three waters and other infrastructure assets, two of DOC’s Great Walks – the Tongariro Northern Circuit and Whanganui Journey as well as the iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing, and the implementation of treaty settlements.

The position will :

There will be some travel within the region required.

Click here for the Role Description

You have excellent communication skills and the maturity and confidence to interact with people from all walks of life. You will have good critical thinking skills, the ability to work independently and deal with ambiguity.

There can be times when the workload will be high so you will need to be able to remain calm and focused and work well under pressure. You will also have :

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Finance Directorate ensures the viability of the Department through strategic financial management and by planning, measuring, and reporting its year‑to‑year business and financial interests.

You will be one of a team of Business Accountants dispersed throughout Aotearoa. This team is diverse, highly skilled, and highly regarded in the organisation, with established systems and processes which enable an effective, connected supportive team environment.

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.

We support flexible work arrangements for our kamahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $96,185 – $128,912 pro‑rata with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11 : 59 pm on Wednesday, 3 December 2025

Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries , please contact Euan Brownlie,

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