Job Description
Full job description
1 position
Permanent
Full time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Based in Wellington
Ko wai mātou | About Us
Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school. We provide personalised and authentic learning programmes through distance education from early childhood level to NCEA Level 3, including to young adult and adult learners.
Our vision is to enable our ākonga to achieve their educational and personal goals, empowering them to become engaged and contributing members of their communities.
Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa – Anytime, anywhere, anyone.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position
We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team based in Wellington. As Assistant Accountant you'll be working closely with our Accountant and the wider Finance team to deliver financial services across Te Kura and interacting with our external stakeholders and audit team.
This role requires:
CAANZ Membership, or with relevant tertiary qualification and working towards membership
At least two years financial accounting experience
Accounting practice and systems
Knowledge of Taxation, specifically GST, FBT and WHT
Providing financial management and services across a variety of audiences
The ability to plan, priortise and organise work.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
The successful candidate will have:
A solid background in accounting, with experience in financial management.
Possess analytical and problem solving skills, and proficiency in financial systems are essential.
Have a CAANZ qualification or working towards attaining CAANZ qualifications, have expertise in Microsoft excel functionality.
Have excellent communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
Hei whakautu | In return
Te Kura will provide you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment and work in a team that offers genuine work flexibility as part of an organisation that makes a difference to ākonga (students) across New Zealand.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
If you've nodded your head whilst reading this and thought ‘this is me!' click that apply button, we want to hear from you!
Applications must be lodged via our career's portal, and you must have the right to reside or work in New Zealand.
Please note that we will be shortlisting candidates as we receive applications and may close the vacancy if suitable candidates are identified prior to the closing date. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
E hiahia mōhio anō ana koe? | Like to find out more?
For more information, please contact Michelle Snyman Financial Accounting Lead
For any issues with the application process, please contact [email protected]
Applications close at 5pm Monday 22 September 2026
1 position
Permanent
Full time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Based in Wellington
Ko wai mātou | About Us
Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school. We provide personalised and authentic learning programmes through distance education from early childhood level to NCEA Level 3, including to young adult and adult learners.
Our vision is to enable our ākonga to achieve their educational and personal goals, empowering them to become engaged and contributing members of their communities.
Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa – Anytime, anywhere, anyone.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position
We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team based in Wellington. As Assistant Accountant you'll be working closely with our Accountant and the wider Finance team to deliver financial services across Te Kura and interacting with our external stakeholders and audit team.
This role requires:
CAANZ Membership, or with relevant tertiary qualification and working towards membership
At least two years financial accounting experience
Accounting practice and systems
Knowledge of Taxation, specifically GST, FBT and WHT
Providing financial management and services across a variety of audiences
The ability to plan, priortise and organise work.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
The successful candidate will have:
A solid background in accounting, with experience in financial management.
Possess analytical and problem solving skills, and proficiency in financial systems are essential.
Have a CAANZ qualification or working towards attaining CAANZ qualifications, have expertise in Microsoft excel functionality.
Have excellent communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
Hei whakautu | In return
Te Kura will provide you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment and work in a team that offers genuine work flexibility as part of an organisation that makes a difference to ākonga (students) across New Zealand.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
If you've nodded your head whilst reading this and thought ‘this is me!' click that apply button, we want to hear from you!
Applications must be lodged via our career's portal, and you must have the right to reside or work in New Zealand.
Please note that we will be shortlisting candidates as we receive applications and may close the vacancy if suitable candidates are identified prior to the closing date. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
E hiahia mōhio anō ana koe? | Like to find out more?
For more information, please contact Michelle Snyman Financial Accounting Lead
For any issues with the application process, please contact [email protected]
Applications close at 5pm Monday 22 September 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Assistant Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
