Senior Financial Accountant

Fixed-term opportunity through to September 2026 (secondment cover).

Based in our National Office in Wellington CBD.

Mo te tunga | About the role

We're looking for an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join our finance team on a fixed term basis.

Reporting to the Financial Accounting Manager, this hands-on role supports effective business management through the delivery of high-quality financial information.

You'll be integral in delivering accurate and timely monthly results for a large complex organisation, and a play a critical role in our statutory reporting and external audit process.

Other key responsibilities include internal reporting, group consolidation, and core treasury functions.

You'll provide mentoring support for more junior members of the team and also play a key role in contributing to process improvement initiatives.

We're looking for someone who will thrive in our supportive team environment and help build on a culture we're proud of.

Just as important as your technical expertise is a genuine belief in the work we do here at IHC.

Other things we are looking for :

CA qualification and relevant tertiary degree (Finance, Commerce, Accounting).

Solid financial accounting experience with strong knowledge of NZ IFRS and / or NZ PBE standards.

Proven experience in month-end close processes, statutory reporting and external audit process.

Working knowledge of treasury operations and cashflow management.

Advanced Excel skills.

Attention to detail, and a collaborative, improvement-focused approach.

Experience with Microsoft Business Central 365 advantageous.

Nou te rourou | What's in it for you?

The chance to contribute to meaningful outcomes that align with IHC's purpose and values.

A supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas for improvement and innovation are encouraged.

Opportunities to broaden your expertise in a complex, purpose-driven organisation.

The IHC Group is made up of our charitable programmes and three wholly owned subsidiaries, committed to supporting people with intellectual disabilities to lead satisfying lives in the community and to providing housing and tenancy services to people in need.

Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' button.

As part of the recruitment selection process, you will be required to provide an up-to-date CV, and cover letter outlining your previous experience and motivation to apply for this role.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email

The IHC Group is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool.

We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Reference # 36142

Posted on 29 Sep 2025

Closes on 13 Oct 2025 23 : 55

Location(s) Wellington, Wellington Central, Hutt Valley, Horowhenua / Kapiti / Mana, Wairarapa

Expertise Accounting, Finance & Payroll

Job level(s) 1-3 years experience, 3+ years experience

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