Senior Accountant – Treasury & Trusts

Senior Accountant – Treasury & Trusts-

• __________FINANCIAL SERVICES DIVISION | TE RATOKA PUTEAFINANCIAL CONTROLThe role | Te mahiReporting to the Financial Controller, this dynamic role places you at the heart of a collaborative and high-performing team.

A major focus of the role is supporting the University of Otago Foundation Trust, which manages a large diverse investment portfolio funding more than five hundred projects across the university.

A key task will be strengthening oversight of investment activities to support strategic goals and reviewing how funds are distributed to improve efficiency and impact.In addition, you will work with the wider Financial Control team to oversee and perform complex accounting, group, budget, tax, and related functions and provide advice to key areas while gaining exposure to strategic decision-making and impactful initiatives.

You will also take the lead on a variety of unique, high-impact projects that offer variety and the chance to make a real difference.Your skills and experience | Ka pukeka me ka wheakoWe are seeking an innovative and forward-thinking professional with expertise in quality financial management including accounting principles, internal control systems, and risk management.

Your ability to build trust and foster collaboration enables you to develop strong stakeholder relationships and communicate effectively to inform, persuade, and negotiate.

Other key strengths and skills required include :

Top of the range $124,348.You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position.The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people, and behaviours.

This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives are valued and respected.We offer competitive salary, five weeks' annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work / life balance.