| Category: | Finance & Accounting |
| Application Close Date: | 28-May-2026 |
| Position Type: | Fixed Term |
| Attachments: | Financial Accountant JD - February 2026 - 11.02.26.pdf (PDF, 216KB) Job Specification |
Financial Accountant - 12 Month Fixed Term
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
If you are someone who takes pride in getting the detail right, enjoys understanding how the numbers tell the story, and wants to work in a supportive and high performing finance team, this could be the opportunity for you.
We are looking for a Financial Accountant to cover a 12 Month Parental leave cover. This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and ensuring smooth month end processes. You will take ownership of key balance sheet areas and become a trusted expert in your space.
You will also gain valuable exposure to group consolidation, audit processes and NZ IFRS reporting, providing a strong pathway into more senior financial accounting roles.
You will be responsible for:
Mōu - About you
You are a qualified accountant, who enjoys getting into the detail while still understanding how the numbers connect to the bigger commercial picture.
You take pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work, meeting deadlines and following things through properly. You are comfortable working across systems and with stakeholders, and you understand the important role strong financial reporting plays in good business decision making.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Most importantly, you care about accuracy, continuous improvement and being part of a collaborative team that delivers high quality financial outcomes.
He Aha Te Pai - What you'll love about us!
We're passionate about our commitment to deliver the best for Aotearoa - to help businesses thrive, and to deliver what Kiwis care about.
Hiahia? - Interested? Come and join the whanau!
There's a story in every parcel. And wrapped up in every parcel, is the people of NZ Post. Our mahi is different, but we share the same goal - to contribute to the growth and prosperity of our beautiful Aotearoa. Whether you're a number-crunching data analyst, a parcel processing whizz, a marketing maven, or a sales superstar, we've got a spot for you in our dynamic team.
Apply today or download the JD on the NZ Post Careers page. If you require additional information, please contact Cath Scott (Talent Partner) on 022 323 0684.
Applications for this position close on 28 May 2026.
Due to the fast-paced nature of NZ Post, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, so don't delay and make sure you apply as soon as possible.
All successful applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand and will be subject to a security check and reference checks. Some of our roles may also require a credit check and/or a drug test.
There's something really special about being part of the team here at NZ Post - Tukurau Aotearoa, who we are and what we stand for is grounded in our values.