Senior Accountant - Subsidiaries
- Auckland University of Technology
- New Zealand, AUK
- Jul 22, 2026
Job Description:
- One-year fixed-term parental leave cover
- Join a supportive and high-performing team culture
- Opportunities for professional development and free study
Ready to bring your strong technical accounting expertise, flexible approach, and digitally adept mindset to a role where service excellence and sound financial stewardship make a real impact?
Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world.
Our community is stronger because of the role Te Tiriti plays in how we operate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. 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.
Finance at AUT
AUT’s Finance team delivers future ready finance that empowers learning and discovery. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving, collaborative, and diverse team of finance professionals who provide strategic support and disciplined financial stewardship. A complex, fast-moving operating environment, the role offers significant scale, challenge, and strategic impact. You’ll work in a supportive, collegial culture that values strong judgement, transparency, partnership and high performance, underpinned by robust systems and controls that enables continuous seamless financial support across AUT.
The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
As the Senior Accountant – Subsidiaries, you will manage the end‑to‑end financial accounting function, ensuring robust reporting, compliance, and financial stewardship across multiple entities. You’ll work closely with subsidiary leadership teams, providing expert advice, driving transparency, and supporting strategic decision‑making.
You will prepare statutory accounts, board reports, manage audits, coordinate with banks and fund managers, and support the development of annual budgets. Your expertise will ensure integrity of financial data, strong systems, and seamless external reporting.
You will also act as a subject matter expert within our financial systems, support project evaluations, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations of the subsidiaries.
What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
At AUT you’ll be part of a values-led university with a strong and caring culture, flexible working, generous annual leave and support to thrive in your role and career. We provide the tools, trust, recognition frameworks and cultural capability development programmes to help you make a meaningful contribution. To learn more about our competitive staff benefits, please click HERE.
About you | Ko wai koe
As a professional staff member at AUT, you’ll help our university thrive by improving services, supporting students and staff and driving practical improvements across our campuses. We’re looking for people with energy, curiosity and openness to new ideas who bring a collaborative, adaptable approach and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
You’ll also bring cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience supporting Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly valued.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- An accounting qualification recognised in New Zealand: CAANZ, CPA or equivalent
- Deep technical accounting expertise, with at least 7 years post‑qualification experience in financial accounting, audit or a commercial finance environment within complex organisations.
- Comprehensive understanding of New Zealand’s Financial Reporting Standards, Regulatory Environment and Taxation
- Strong digital proficiency in financial systems and technology, including experience with high‑end financial ERP solutions.
- Advanced analytical, spreadsheet, and financial management skills
- Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and problem‑solving capabilities
- Resilience and integrity, thrive under pressure, manages multiple competing priorities, and is committed to integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
- A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey.
- Additional experience in trust accounting, venture investment or commercialisation environments would be advantageous.
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 note - all applications must be submitted through the online application process on AUT’s careers website.
Further Information | Pārongo Anō
- Start Date: ASAP
- Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $110,000 - $131,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- For recruitment enquiries: Contact Mike Wood, AUT Executive Recruitment Partner - [email protected].
Closing Date | Te rā aukati: Wednesday 5 August 2026 at 11:55pm
Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 96283
*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week
Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.
With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.
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Job Description:
- One-year fixed-term parental leave cover
- Join a supportive and high-performing team culture
- Opportunities for professional development and free study
Ready to bring your strong technical accounting expertise, flexible approach, and digitally adept mindset to a role where service excellence and sound financial stewardship make a real impact?
Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world.
Our community is stronger because of the role Te Tiriti plays in how we operate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. 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.
Finance at AUT
AUT’s Finance team delivers future ready finance that empowers learning and discovery. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving, collaborative, and diverse team of finance professionals who provide strategic support and disciplined financial stewardship. A complex, fast-moving operating environment, the role offers significant scale, challenge, and strategic impact. You’ll work in a supportive, collegial culture that values strong judgement, transparency, partnership and high performance, underpinned by robust systems and controls that enables continuous seamless financial support across AUT.
The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
As the Senior Accountant – Subsidiaries, you will manage the end‑to‑end financial accounting function, ensuring robust reporting, compliance, and financial stewardship across multiple entities. You’ll work closely with subsidiary leadership teams, providing expert advice, driving transparency, and supporting strategic decision‑making.
You will prepare statutory accounts, board reports, manage audits, coordinate with banks and fund managers, and support the development of annual budgets. Your expertise will ensure integrity of financial data, strong systems, and seamless external reporting.
You will also act as a subject matter expert within our financial systems, support project evaluations, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations of the subsidiaries.
What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
At AUT you’ll be part of a values-led university with a strong and caring culture, flexible working, generous annual leave and support to thrive in your role and career. We provide the tools, trust, recognition frameworks and cultural capability development programmes to help you make a meaningful contribution. To learn more about our competitive staff benefits, please click HERE.
About you | Ko wai koe
As a professional staff member at AUT, you’ll help our university thrive by improving services, supporting students and staff and driving practical improvements across our campuses. We’re looking for people with energy, curiosity and openness to new ideas who bring a collaborative, adaptable approach and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
You’ll also bring cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience supporting Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly valued.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- An accounting qualification recognised in New Zealand: CAANZ, CPA or equivalent
- Deep technical accounting expertise, with at least 7 years post‑qualification experience in financial accounting, audit or a commercial finance environment within complex organisations.
- Comprehensive understanding of New Zealand’s Financial Reporting Standards, Regulatory Environment and Taxation
- Strong digital proficiency in financial systems and technology, including experience with high‑end financial ERP solutions.
- Advanced analytical, spreadsheet, and financial management skills
- Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and problem‑solving capabilities
- Resilience and integrity, thrive under pressure, manages multiple competing priorities, and is committed to integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
- A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey.
- Additional experience in trust accounting, venture investment or commercialisation environments would be advantageous.
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 note - all applications must be submitted through the online application process on AUT’s careers website.
Further Information | Pārongo Anō
- Start Date: ASAP
- Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $110,000 - $131,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- For recruitment enquiries: Contact Mike Wood, AUT Executive Recruitment Partner - [email protected].
Closing Date | Te rā aukati: Wednesday 5 August 2026 at 11:55pm
Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 96283
*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week
Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.
With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.
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