"Senior Management Accountant"

Job Description:

Senior Management Accountant

• Part of a supportive and high performing team culture
• Opportunities for professional development and free study
• Permanent, Full-Time position based on AUT’s City Campus

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.

AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

This is a senior business partnering role where you will work closely with budget holders and senior leaders to provide high quality financial advice, insight and analysis. You will play a critical role in enabling informed decision making, driving financial sustainability, and supporting AUT’s strategic objectives.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will also deputise when required and provide leadership to management accountants and assistant management accountants within your portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Provide professional, objective and commercially focused finance business partnering and advisory services
• Manage month end processes, including journals, salary allocations, reconciliations and management reporting
• Deliver high quality financial performance reporting, analysis and predictive insights
• Support budgeting, forecasting and annual planning cycles, including capital expenditure planning
• Undertake project appraisal and cost benefit analysis.
• Maintain and improve financial systems, processes and internal controls
• Lead, mentor and develop management accounting staff and support financial capability across the University

AUT's Finance professionals support AUT's strategic objectives by empowering learning and discovery through a future-ready Finance function that delivers trusted insights, enables sound decision-making, strengthens value creation, and partners collaboratively across the university.

About you | Ko wai koe

We seek an individual who balances assertiveness with humility, demonstrates initiative, and consistently exercises reliable judgment across diverse financial tasks. You will have:

• CA qualification (or equivalent) with 7+ years post‑qualification experience in financial accounting, audit, or a commercial finance environment within complex organisations
• Extensive management accounting experience in large, complex organisations, ideally within the tertiary or public sector environments.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, NZ public sector accounting requirements Experience with high‑end ERP solutions
• Advanced analytical, spreadsheet, and financial management skills
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and problem‑solving capabilities
• Proven people leadership capability and experience developing high performing teams
• You will be someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys juggling multiple priorities, and is committed to integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your role and career. We offer:

• Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports belonging
• Recognition frameworks that reflect your contribution and how you live our values
• The tools and trust to make a meaningful difference every day
• Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared purpose
• Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff
• Professional development to keep you moving forward.
• Free gym membership.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Along with your CV - please ensure to submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criteria listed above.

Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

• Start Date:ASAP
• Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu:$110,000 - $131,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• For further information: please send us an enquiry hereor call 09 921 9499.

Closing Date | Te rā aukati:8 March 2026, 11:55pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi:94387

*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week