Lead Financial Analyst

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Group Treasury Division has an opportunity for a Lead Financial Analyst to join the Financial Control unit. This role reports directly to the Group Financial Reporting Manager.

This is a critical role for Auckland Council, supporting financial reporting across key entities and contributing to the integrity of group accounting policies.

You could expect to work on:

• Leading statutory and management reporting for Auckland Future Fund, Houkura (Independent Māori Statutory Board), and co-governance entities
• Coordinating and supporting external audits
• Maintaining and enhancing group accounting policies
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Supporting technical accounting and preparing high-quality accounting papers

He kōrero mōu: About you

This role requires experience in the financial reporting and technical accounting space. You will likely have held senior finance roles within large, complex, and potentially political organisations.

We will be looking for specific experience with the key role requirements:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a CA firm or large commercial/local government organisation
• CA qualification (or equivalent)
• Proven experience managing or mentoring staff
• Strong knowledge of NZ accounting standards and reporting legislation
• Experience leading audits and preparing technical accounting papers

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific, providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.7 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally, working towards becoming a world-class city.

In return for your hard work, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment.

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini – My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts!

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find a copy of the position description here

 Applications close Tuesday, 18th November 2025

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.