Finance Business Partner

Excellent opportunity to support complex and rewarding mahi at Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children Permanent, full-time position based in WellingtonMō mātou

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values: We putTamariki first We believeAroha is vital We respect theMana of people We areTika andPono We valueWhakapapa We recognise thatOranga is a journeyWe are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Business Partner. The role will provide trusted, insightful and comprehensive financial advice and support to the Deputy Chief Executive and their leadership team. The role will be responsible for ensuring the provision of timely and accurate information and business support to assist financial and operational decision-making and management. The Finance Business Partner also plays a leadership role within the Finance team.

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• Chartered Accountant or the equivalent Accountant qualification and certification, public sector experience is advantageous.
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• Leading people, and coaching and mentoring to foster high performance and a positive culture.
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• Proven ability to facilitate and support strategic planning, option analysis, and recommendations to empower senior executives to make informed decisions.
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• Applied strong critical thinking skills and be a motivated self-starter.
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• Sound commercial and financial acumen at a senior level.
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• Clear and impactful communication style that influences across the Ministry.
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• Evidenced ability to deliver and to customer requirements and be a trusted advisor to senior executives and their leadership team.
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• Champion of continuous improvement and efficiencies.
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• Demonstrates the ability to write to the expected standard, ensure peer reviews and provide financial assurance and advice on decision papers.
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• Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure.
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• We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing.
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• We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.
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We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.

This mid-point of the annual remuneration for this role is $162,887.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/