Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Assistant Finance Business Partner to join our team on a fixed-term basis through until 31 December 2027.
This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring finance professional looking to broaden their management accounting and business partnering experience within a large, complex organisation. Working closely with Finance Business Partners and key stakeholders, you will provide financial analysis, reporting, budgeting and forecasting support that helps drive sound decision-making and organisational performance.
You'll gain exposure to a diverse range of projects, programmes and operational activities while developing your stakeholder engagement and business partnering capability in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Partnering - Support the Business Partnering team in developing relationships across the Faculty to ensure customer needs and expectations are understood and managed.
Operational Activities - Support the provision of consolidated financial services for the Faculty including business intelligence, financial services, and financial administration. Support the FBPs in a range of finance activities.
Financial Strategy, Planning and Performance - Support the development of Finance strategies and frameworks that align with the strategic aims of the University, balancing local and organisation-wide requirements.
Culture, capability, development and training - Support the FBPs to develop a high-performing function, working collaboratively with finance team members, customers and stakeholders.
This is a fulltime, fixed-term position until December 2027.
The salary range for this position is between $73,400 to $90,700, depending on skills and experience. For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.
Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team
OneFinance is responsible for the delivery of customer centric financial management, partnering support and advice to facilitate the efficient operation and performance of the University in meeting its strategic objectives, while at the same time ensuring appropriate governance and controls protect the University’s assets, reputation, and financial viability.
He kōrero mōu | About you
You may currently be working as an Assistant Accountant, Project Analyst or in a similar finance role and are ready to take the next step in your career. You enjoy working with data, solving problems and translating financial information into meaningful insights for stakeholders.
You are collaborative, highly organised and customer-focused, with the confidence to build positive working relationships across a diverse organisation. Most importantly, you are motivated to learn, contribute and continuously improve the way finance supports the University's strategic goals.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline (or currently working towards one).
Sound understanding of management accounting principles and accounting best practice.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a keen eye for detail.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Power BI would be advantageous.
Experience working with ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, SAP or Oracle is desirable
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:
Flexible employment practices and a culture
Career development programmes
A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
6.75% superannuation scheme
For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications should be submitted online, before the closing date of 3 November 2026 to be considered. Please include an up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining what strengths you will bring to this role.
If you have any questions, reach out to Nick Godfrey - nicholas.godfrey@auckland.ac.nz.
Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications via email.
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