__________ Financial Services Division | Te Ratoka Ptea The role/Te mahi Reporting to the Financial Controller, this dynamic part-time role places you at the heart of a collaborative and high-performing team. You will work with the wider Financial Control team to oversee and perform complex accounting, group, budget, tax, and related functions and provide advice to key areas while gaining exposure to strategic decision-making and impactful initiatives. A major focus of the role is supporting the University of Otago Foundation Trust, which manages a large diverse investment portfolio funding more than five hundred projects across the university.

You will also take the lead on a variety of unique, high-impact projects that offer variety and the chance to make a real difference. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for part-time hours in a senior finance role. Your skills and experience/K pkeka me k wheako We are seeking an innovative and forward-thinking professional with expertise in quality financial management including accounting principles, internal control systems, and risk management.

Your ability to build trust and foster collaboration enables you to develop strong stakeholder relationships and communicate effectively to inform, persuade, and negotiate. Your exceptional organisational, problem-solving, and administrative skills will enable you to prioritise and meet competing deadlines while exercising judgement and initiative. Other key requirements and skills required include: Relevant degree and CPA or CA qualifications.

Experience providing financial and group accounting in a large diverse organisation. Proven experience in budgeting and forecasting within a group structure High level technical financial competency including analysis and reporting advanced Excel. Proficient in writing and presenting comprehensive financial reports tailored for Senior Leadership Team.

Experience in the use of initiative and process thinking to ensure continuous improvement. Investment experience preferred, including knowledge of investment markets, equities, bonds etc. Commitment to working in a culturally safe and respectful manner as part of a team.

About our team/M te tma Te Ratoka Ptea, the Financial Services Division plays a crucial role in ensuring financial stability and efficiency through key functions, including Financial Accounting Services, Management Accounting Services, Procurement, and Financial Systems. Further details/Proko This is a permanent, part-time role (18.75 hours per week) located in tepoti, Dunedin.

The appointment range for this role is Level MB3 $103,690 to $111,917, Top of Range $120,143 (pro rata). You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this role. The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people, and behaviours.

This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives are valued an.