Senior Adviser - Departmental (Accountant)at Ministry of Transport108,126 - 135,000 - Wellington
- Senior Adviser
- DepartmentalTeam and Group: Finance, Corporate Service Position Type: Permanent full-time (38 hours per week)Location: Wellington CBD office (Queens Wharf)Salary: $108,126
- $,135,000 per annum (+ KiwiSaver)A key role that supports good financial management and decision-making across the Ministry.
We work to deliver a well-functioning transport system that helps grow New Zealand's economy and productivity.
The Ministry's values are integrity, excellence and collaboration.About the opportunity | Ngā whakamārama mō te tūngaOur Finance team plays a vital role in enabling the Ministry to deliver its best—providing expert financial analysis and services that support operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and mitigate risk.As the Senior Adviser
- Departmental at the Ministry, you will play a key role in leading the Ministry's departmental budgeting and internal financial reporting processes.
- $135,000 per annum + KiwiSaver.
The salary offered will reflect skills and experience.What we offer | Te wāhi ki a mātouYou'll be joining a small and agile agency with a flat structure and a focus on continuous improvement.
You'll receive a range of employee benefits including:An exciting opportunity to make your own mark and be part of an encouraging finance teamSupportive work environment and individual development plansLaptop, mobile and work from home IT equipmentModern offices located right on the wharf with collaborative working spaces, showers, storage for bicycles/scooters and personal lockersA range of employee-led networks How to apply | Me pēhea te tono maiTo view the job description, or apply online, click Apply.
Please include a CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience.To apply for this role, you must have right to live and work in New Zealand.You will need to be based in Wellington or ready to relocate.
Other locations will not be considered.Applications close midnight, Sunday 17 August 2025.For further information or to speak confidentially, please contact Senior Recruitment Adviser, Rebecca Bakker at r.bakker@transport.govt.nz.We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, orientations, and identities.
We aim to have a Ministry that represents the wider Aotearoa that we serve.We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels relevant, valued, supported and a sense of belonging.For any support or accessibility needs during our recruitment process, please contact us at applications@transport.govt.nzPlease note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies to fill this vacancy and unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.