Are you an analytical, solutions-focused finance professional looking to step into a role with real impact across a diverse group of companies?

Invercargill City Council invites you to become a driving force in our future-focused team. With a vibrant atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to our values—positivity, respect, responsibility, and above and beyond—we're passionate about creating a team full of outstanding individuals who are as passionate about shaping the future as we are.

We are seeking a skilled Accountant to provide high-quality financial advice, reporting, and support to ICHL and its subsidiary and associate companies. This is a varied and strategic position where your expertise will contribute directly to sound financial decision-making, business planning, and the ongoing performance of key entities across the group.

What you will do:

• Prepare monthly management and board reports, annual reports, and other financial reporting for Invercargill City Holdings Limited and HWCP Management Limited.
• Manage general ledger processes, bank and balance sheet reconciliations and debtor management.
• Prepare cashflow forecasts, annual budgets, treasury management activities, and undertake wider financial modelling and forecasting.
• Complete GST, FBT and income tax returns, and support asset management, including additions, disposals, revaluations and impairments.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and liaise with external auditors.
• Provide financial advice and analysis to support planning, initiatives and key decision-making.
• Contribute to improvements across financial systems, processes and reporting frameworks, and provide support to business users and the Invercargill City Council finance team.

What you will bring:

• A Bachelor of Commerce (or equivalent) majoring in Accounting.
• Post Graduate Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand Chartered Accountant designation - or equivalent.
• A minimum of three years' post graduate experience in management and financial accounting within large and diverse organisations.
• A strong understanding of accounting and reporting.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and determine the business implications.
• Strong computer skills with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience providing recommendations, influencing stakeholders, driving planning and performance management and supporting strategic decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What we offer:

• Flexible working environment
• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc
• KiwiSaver and Superannuation Schemes
• Access to sick leave from day one of employment
• Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments e.g. doctor, bank, dentist

This is a permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week, primarily 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday.

If you enjoy complex financial work, continuous improvement, and working collaboratively with operational leaders, this is an excellent opportunity.

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There's outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach and the Waihōpai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complemented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene which are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home?

To learn more, view the full position description or contact Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please note: applications submitted via SEEK will not be received. Apply online at Jobs - Invercargill City Council.

Applications close on 4 January 2026. Please note, applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be considered, preference will be given to candidates currently residing in New Zealand.