About the Role

Stratford District Council is recruiting for a Corporate Accountant to join the team.

As our Corporate Accountant, you will be the financial backbone of Council. Responsible for leading and preparing all aspects of financial reporting for Council including the the financial components of the Long Term Plan, Annual Plan, Annual Report and monthly management reporting. You will also provide strategic financial advice, supervise financial transactions, support and mentor finance staff, and ensure the integrity and continuous improvement of Council's financial systems.

This position is part time (30 hours per week) and is located at the Stratford District Council, Miranda Street, Stratford. The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 per annum (FTE) with the appointed starting level dependent on the skills and experience of the candidate.

About You

You're a qualified accounting professional with a knack for leadership, a sharp eye for detail, and a passion for public service. With at least five years of financial experience - ideally in local government - you bring technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a collaborative spirit. You're confident managing financial systems, reporting, and compliance, and you thrive on building strong relationships across all levels of an organisation. Your ability to lead, mentor, and communicate clearly makes you a trusted advisor and a valued team member.

Stratford District Council is proud of our diverse and inclusive work environment, and our commitment to fostering genuine partnerships with Mana Whenua. Our preferred candidate will respect and acknowledge the importance of the Treaty of Waitangi to our mahi, and be open to the use of Te Ao Māori values and te reo Māori.

Why work with us?

Our staff will tell you the best thing about working here is the people, a great staff culture is important to us. We have a positive, energetic work environment with plenty of laughter. Our customers and our communities are at the centre of what we do, and our people are what makes it work. If you join us, you will also benefit from ongoing professional development, a flexible working policy, te reo learning assistance, regular health checks opportunities, subsidised pool visits, an active social club, and free car parking!

About us

The Stratford District sits in the heart of the Taranaki region, and is the gateway to Taranaki Maunga and the famous Forgotten World Highway. Our district is home to stunning parks and gardens, and there are countless opportunities to explore the landscape, arts and culture and local history. Working in Stratford gives you the best of both worlds; the lifestyle benefits of living in the world-renowned Taranaki region, paired with a workplace that values work-life balance. As a staff member of Stratford District Council there's a lot to be proud of and we welcome you to be part of the experience.

Visit stratford.govt.nz/jobs to submit your application.

Stratford District Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient, suitable applications are received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.