Job Description
Growth and development opportunity
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Based close to the beach and shops in Petone
This is a full time position of 40 hours per week
The remuneration for this role is $83,0+6 to $117,312 with a midpoint of $+7, 760 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience
The opportunity
As our Management Accountant you will be contributing to monthly management reporting internally and support the delivery of monthly external reports to councils. You will provide fact-based analysis and insights, and accurate budgeting and forecasting information. With your adept communication skills, you will be able to tell the story beyond the numbers.
You will get to:
Assist with high quality management reporting across the organisation
Prepare and collate and forecast information gathered from across the organisation
Provide variance analysis to help inform decision making
Assist with annual budgets and provide regular reporting
Work in a collaborative environment and help support the finance team and wider organisation
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
Chartered Accountant preferred, or working towards this
3+ years post qualification accounting experience
Strong collaborative skills with the ability to gather forecasting information across the business
High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
Exposure to complex budgeting and forecasting processes in a large organisation, with experience in Technology One preferred
High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
Benefits
At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.
Our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangements including up to 2 days working from home
Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
Formal and informal professional development opportunities
5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service
For a full list of our employee benefits click here.
About us
Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We’re a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.
The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.
Applications close: Sunday 13 July 2026
How to apply
To view a copy of the position description: click here
To apply for the role, click on the ”apply” button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.
For further information, email: [email protected]
Applicants will be required to undergo drug and ******* testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Based close to the beach and shops in Petone
This is a full time position of 40 hours per week
The remuneration for this role is $83,0+6 to $117,312 with a midpoint of $+7, 760 (including KiwiSaver) depending on skills and experience
The opportunity
As our Management Accountant you will be contributing to monthly management reporting internally and support the delivery of monthly external reports to councils. You will provide fact-based analysis and insights, and accurate budgeting and forecasting information. With your adept communication skills, you will be able to tell the story beyond the numbers.
You will get to:
Assist with high quality management reporting across the organisation
Prepare and collate and forecast information gathered from across the organisation
Provide variance analysis to help inform decision making
Assist with annual budgets and provide regular reporting
Work in a collaborative environment and help support the finance team and wider organisation
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:
Chartered Accountant preferred, or working towards this
3+ years post qualification accounting experience
Strong collaborative skills with the ability to gather forecasting information across the business
High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
Exposure to complex budgeting and forecasting processes in a large organisation, with experience in Technology One preferred
High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
Benefits
At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.
Our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangements including up to 2 days working from home
Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
Formal and informal professional development opportunities
5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service
For a full list of our employee benefits click here.
About us
Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We’re a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.
The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.
Applications close: Sunday 13 July 2026
How to apply
To view a copy of the position description: click here
To apply for the role, click on the ”apply” button or visit the Wellington Water Careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.
For further information, email: [email protected]
Applicants will be required to undergo drug and ******* testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Management Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Lower Hutt 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 Accountant Jobs is a plus.
