Principal Advisor

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Our Auckland Council Financial Advisory department has a permanent full-time opportunity for a Principal Advisor to join the team! 

As an Advisor you will be responsible for providing direct advice and support for the oversight and management of the council parent’s plans, budgets, financial performance, and delivery of the department’s priorities. 

You will be a part of the department lead team and where necessary lead the delivery of projects that support the efficient and effective functioning of the department.

For a copy of the position description please click here

You can expect to work on:

• Providing advice to the General Manager Financial Advisory regarding the council’s budget, its alignment to strategy, and appropriateness of assumptions made.
• Oversight and monitoring of the council’s financial performance to provide meaningful insights and identify risks.
• Preparing and/or reviewing high quality reporting content for council parent performance to support decision-making.
• Preparing and/or reviewing high quality advice and political reporting to support decision making by elected members.

He kōrero mōu: About you

To be successful in this role you will need to have at least 10 years of experience in finance or accounting, and previous experience with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and business performance management. Ideally, you will have experience working in government or related organisations.

We will also be looking for:

• Demonstratable experience with relationship management to influence a diverse range of stakeholders
• Project management experience

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 1.6 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a world-class city for our ratepayers and residents. So what’s in it for you? You’ll be immersed in a small and diligent team. You’ll be exposed to all facets of banking/accounting and build your network across council. This opportunity will allow you to actively participate in the development of yourself and team to enhance your capability and influence.  

We offer a flexible working arrangements, competitive salary, and varied learning and career progression opportunities across the wider Council group. You’ll be joining a team of dedicated and respected experts working collaboratively across the region to contribute to Auckland’s growth and development. We are committed to diversity, have a culture built on trust and valuing individual contributions, and are driven to provide the right outcomes for our customers and our environment.

If you think you are a motivated go getter with the requisite experience and skills to join this team, please apply today!

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 - take a look here!

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Applications close Sunday, 19th January 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.