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9 – 12 month Contract | Hybrid Role | Sept 2026 Start Northland Waters is the entity bringing water services together for Whangarei, Kaipara and Far North District Councils ahead of a July 2027 go‑live. We have a highly capable, professional establishment team who are underway with creating this new entity from scratch. Right now, it exists as a plan, a target operating model and a list of ambitions to be fulfilled. We are seeking a Financial and Treasury Accountant who can bring hands on financial, accounting and treasury capability to the establishment phase. You will ensure Northland Waters has the core financial management, reporting, tax, treasury and control processes required for Day One readiness. You will work closely with the Finance, Funding and Commercial Lead but will operate with autonomy, pace and clarity in an environment that’s moving fast. Responsibilities include: Design, documentation and implementation of finance policies Development of treasury and cashflow management processes Accounting policies for asset valuation and capital delivery Debt transfer activities Statutory reporting and audit readiness Collaborate on design and implementation of the ERP end to end workflows About You CA qualification with 5+ years’ post‑qualification experience Experience developing financial policies and working with external Treasury, Tax and Accounting advisers Strong capability in developing finance, accounting, tax and treasury processes with robust internal controls Treasury management experience (debt portfolios, loan documentation, covenant reporting, treasury policy compliance) Cashflow forecasting and management experience Experience of statutory reporting and audit readiness for a PBE or large regulated organisation Collaborative, commercially aware, pragmatic and delivery focused, with hands on ownership of deliverables An understanding of Te Ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi concepts, and the ability to build respectful relationships with iwi, hapū and Māori communities (highly valued) Contract term September 2026 start, 9‑12 month term. You will need to be able to work in Whangarei 2-3 days each week. Applications close Monday 31st August. If you have the expertise to help shape the future of water services in Northland, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply online via Seek attaching your CV and cover letter. For queries about the role or to request a position description, please contact Joanne Ashby at joanne@HRConsult.co.nz .
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