Senior Management Accountant

Full job description
We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Management Accountant in NZ. Join our Government and Integrated Facilities Management team and help play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, analysis, and accounting services while driving efficiency, accountability, and process improvement. Reporting to the Finance Team Manager NZ, you'll help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.
This position is a temporary role with a duration of 15 months.

What You’ll Do
This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:
Support the Accounting Services team in a high-performance culture environment ensuring adherence to deadlines and Accounting Standards compliance
Actively contribute to an accurate and timely end-of-month reporting, including reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis
Proactively communicate with key stakeholders, providing clear and timely updates on financial performance, risks, and required actions.
Ensure financial obligations and reports are submitted ahead of deadlines, mitigating risks of noncompliance
Assist with both external and internal audits by providing necessary documentation and insights
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/ Finance, or a related field (required).
Mandatory CPA or CA with postgraduate degrees (i.e. MBA, Masters in Corporate Finance etc.).
Proven experience in financial management and accounting with a strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, EOM reporting, and data analysis.
Sound understanding of relevant accounting standards/guidelines, and applicable legislation.
Developed stakeholder management skills and the proven ability to develop, maintain and influence business relationships.
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer?
At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.
What It Means to Belong at Downer
We’re proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering:
Training and development to support and diversify your career.
With 30% of vacancies filled internally you’ll find real opportunities to advance your career.
Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.
Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.