Financial Coordinatorat Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade - - Wellington - ref. y13495919
The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders.
Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui.
Finance Coordinator Mix of accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit card administration Bring your ideas on how we can improve our processes and the way we work Support our people here in NZ and at posts and embassies all over the world.
Exciting new permanent opportunity to join our finance division, based at our Head Office in Wellington CBD.
About the role- Kōrero mō te tūranga We are a small but committed and supportive team, valued for the work we do because we are known for building strong relationships and always questioning how we can do things better
- for us and for the people we support, both in Aotearoa and across 62 locations around the world.
- because not only will you deliver accounts payable and accounts receivable systems and processes.
In addition, you will also have an overview of our credit card administration and administering our expense management system.
Our team agrees however that the most important aspect of this role is making sure we have a customer focused approach in everything we do
- so we hope that you are someone that agrees with this too and that you are someone who wants to make a difference by bringing your ideas on how we can do things better for our customers.
The full salary range for this role is $63,542
- $81,193 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution.
- Mā wai te mahi nei?
We'd like to hear from you if you are an experienced professional with the following skills and experience: Experience in either accounts payable, both FX and domestic and accounts receivable Your ability to work effectively with colleagues, but also to think independently and work autonomously when required Your ability to quickly learn new systems, previous experience using Oracle would be an advantage A strong focus on detail particularly related to data and information management An interest in continuous improvement Understanding of The Treaty of Waitangi/Te Tiriti, Te Reo Māori and Māori customs and protocols would be beneficial.
Why MFAT?- Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Aorere We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options consistent with guidance from the Public Service Commission.
Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited.We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging.
We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
About us- Mō mātou Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous.
We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
To Apply/Interested?
- Me pēhea te tuku tono Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
For a confidential discussion please contact Kate Thorpe at kate.thrope@mfat.govt.nz To be considered for this position at Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade you must be a NZ citizen, or Permanent Resident.
You must be able to obtain and maintain a Confidential security clearance.Ordinarily, to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have sufficient checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken.
Where requisite checks are unable to be made, the candidate application may not be able to be progressed.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a Confidential clearance.
Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-toolPlease Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at 6pm on Sunday 20th July 2025.
Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role.
This is a ‘Corporate' role (known here as a specialist role based in central Wellington, NZ.While it is not usual for specialist staff to be ‘posted' outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates.
To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process.
If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.