Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$91k–$110k/yr
Permanent role Wellington based You'll have opportunities to grow your expertise, share your knowledge with others, and work in a supportive team environment where your skills and experience are valued. About the role | …
Skills: Financial reporting, Public sector accounting, Financial management information systems, Microsoft Excel, Data analysis
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$104k–$126k/yr
Senior Claimant Support Specialist | Duty Team | Historic Claims Wellington and Auckland Permanent job opportunities: Permanent Senior Claimant Support Specialist roles for the Duty Based in Wellington and Auckland About…
Skills: Customer service, Case management, Mentoring, Relationship management, Cultural competency
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$143k–$178k/yr
Lead a high-profile workforce development programme that supports the safeguarding of disabled people and responds to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care. Influence change across the care sector with a foc…
Skills: Programme management, Project management, Strategic leadership, Stakeholder engagement, Relationship management
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$118k–$152k/yr
Fixed Term (12 months) | Wellington Lead high-performing teams delivering impactful outcomes across ACC.Influence strategic initiatives in a complex and fast-paced environment.Join a trusted organisation committed to gro…
Skills: People leadership, Coaching, Stakeholder engagement, Relationship management, Business analysis
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$101k–$119k/yr
Manage and influence a diverse portfolio of suppliers across Aotearoa New ZealandPlay a key role in improving service quality, performance, and outcomes for KiwisCompetitive salary, 9% superannuation, and flexible workin…
Skills: Supplier management, Contract management, Stakeholder engagement, Performance management, Data analysis
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$138k–$172k/yr
Lead and grow a community of delivery professionals, building capability, performance, and wellbeing. Drive consistent delivery standards and best practice across technology initiatives. Provide operational leadership an…
Skills: People leadership, Delivery management, Coaching, Mentoring, Performance management
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$104k–$126k/yr
Wellington based Secondment/Fixed term until 31 May 2027 This is an exciting opportunity to use research, evaluation and quantitative analysis skills to make a real difference for New Zealanders. You'll work on meaningfu…
Skills: Research, Evaluation, Quantitative Analysis, SQL, Power BI
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description At sKids, we believe childhood should be full of laughter, learning, and adventure! Since 1996, we’ve been creating awesome out-of-school experiences for tamariki across New Zealand. Today, we welcome…
Skills: Leadership, Childcare, Behavior management, Activity planning, Communication
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
Job Description APM New Graduate Programme 2027 – Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist Opportunities. Full-time, 40 hours per weekBased out of the local officeStart date: Tuesday 2 February 2027 Locations for the 2…
Skills: Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy, Vocational rehabilitation, Community rehabilitation, Clinical reasoning
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$126k–$163k/yr
Play a critical part in supporting the Biodiversity, Heritage and Visitors Group to give effect to our Treaty commitments. Salary - $125,600 - $162,525, depending on skills and experience. Permanent role, Wellington pref…
Skills: Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Crown-Māori relationships, Strategic advisory, Analytical skills, Relationship building
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Help shape the future of Education We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of ba…
Skills: Policy analysis, Evidence-based analysis, Critical thinking, Collaboration, Māori education policy
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Wellington based | Full-time4.4 weeks annual leave | flexible working optionsFixed term until 20 August 2027Shape the standards that shape health and disability care across Aotearoa Ko tōu ake mahi - What you’ll do Ready…
Skills: Strategic thinking, Project management, Stakeholder engagement, Policy development, Leadership
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
$101k–$131k/yr
Apply your SQL and analytical expertise to support ACC’s customer survey programme Design and manage survey sampling processes using large and complex datasets About us | Mō mātou ACC is a trusted and high-performing org…
Skills: SQL, DBT, Data analysis, Survey sampling, Data visualization
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive. We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to old…
Skills: Barista, Hospitality, Customer service, Cash handling, Food preparation
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$143k–$178k/yr
Permanent role Based at National Office in Wellington About the role | Mō te tūnga Make a bigger and better difference for New Zealanders. Help shape the future of social services. At MSD, we are embarking on a bold tran…
Skills: Project management, Strategic thinking, Stakeholder engagement, Risk management, Agile
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Review decisions and support positive customer outcomes.Join a trusted organisation committed to recovery and injury prevention.Flexible working and 9% ACC superannuation contribution. 2 Permanent Opportunities | Welling…
Skills: Analytical skills, Problem-solving, Conflict management, Communication skills, Relationship building
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Permanent, Full-Time | Pōneke/Wellington At Te Rau Ora, our vision is a future where whānau are thriving, self-determined, and well. We're looking for a Quality, Risk & Assurance Manager who can strengthen the systems th…
Skills: Quality management, Risk management, Assurance, Audit, Governance
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$79k–$96k/yr
Full-time, permanent opportunity Office based role at National Office in Wellington About the role | Mō te tūnga You’ll be part of a collaborative, diverse team working on a once-in-a-generation transformation. The team …
Skills: Engagement strategy, Stakeholder management, Communication, Relationship building, Organisational skills
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$91k–$110k/yr
We’re looking for an experienced NZSL interpreter to join us in a fixed term role until 30 June 2027. This is a full time role, however we are willing to consider part time hours for the right person. Mō te tūnga | About…
Skills: NZSL interpreting, Deaf culture, Communication, Confidentiality, Professionalism
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$69k–$84k/yr
Mō te tūnga | About the role We have an opportunity for a Business Coordinator to join us in a fixed-term role through to 30 June 2027. As the Business Coordinator you will be part of a team providing administrative supp…
Skills: Administrative support, Event coordination, Meeting management, Documentation management, Financial transaction processing
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand • On-site
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The Financial Reporting Accountant is responsible for preparing accurate and timely financial reports while ensuring compliance with government expectations and the Public Finance Act. They provide specialist financial advice, support sound decision-making, and offer guidance to other team members within the Financial Accounting team.
Candidates must hold a tertiary qualification in Accounting and membership with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) or an equivalent body. Proven experience in financial reporting within a large, complex organization, preferably the public sector, is required along with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
As a Financial Reporting Accountant, you will be part of MSD’s Financial Accounting team. The team is responsible for making sure MSD meets its financial reporting requirements and manages public funding in line with government expectations and the Public Finance Act.
In this role, you will help prepare accurate and timely financial reports for both internal and external audiences. You will provide specialist financial accounting advice, support good financial practices, and help ensure our reporting is consistent and of a high quality.
You will develop strong knowledge of MSD’s financial systems and processes and share your expertise with others across the organisation. Working closely with your manager and colleagues, you will contribute to improving financial reporting and accounting practices while supporting sound decision-making.
You will also provide guidance and support to other members of the Financial Accounting team, including Accounting Assistants, and work collaboratively to deliver quality outcomes for MSD.
The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy advice to government, and assistance including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
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Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.
We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values here.
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We help New Zealanders to be safe, strong and independent. Manaaki Tangata, Manaaki Whānau .
For Terms of Use and Privacy Policy of this Page, please refer to: https://www.msd.govt.nz/about-msd-and-our-work/tools/social-media-terms-and-conditions.html Come and join us at MSD. We help New Zealanders to be safe, strong and independent. Our work touches the lives of more than one million New Zealanders. This is not work we do alone. We work closely with other government agencies, non-government organisations, advisory and industry groups, and communities and iwi. Together we aim to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of New Zealanders. You can have a long-term and progressive career at MSD across New Zealand. We have professionals operating in over 300 locations, so whether you’re a Policy Analyst based in Wellington or a Case Manager located in Timaru, we have opportunities for you. Because of our size and diversity we offer varied careers in: • Policy, including research and evaluation • Corporate support, like IT, Finance, Human Resources and Legal Services • Service delivery through Work and Income; and Students, Seniors and Integrity Services To view our current vacancies please visit: https://msdcareers.msd.govt.nz Vacancies are regularly updated, but to stay ahead of the game, register your interest in hearing about all advertised opportunities with the Ministry by setting up a job seeker profile with us and receiving job alerts.
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There are currently 60 open social services positions in Wellington, New Zealand listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
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