Finance Business Partner

Mo te tunga | About the role

The Finance function has Three Finance Business Partner roles to reflect the growing array of policy interventions to progress housing outcomes.

We are seeking to fill one of the Finance Business Partner roles which collectively focuses on the funding we are responsible for which equates to over $4 billion in spending in this financial year. This covers areas such as Social Housing, Transitional Housing, Affordable Housing, Infrastructure Funding, Land development programmes and funds to improve Maori housing outcomes.'The team also manages the operating costs of the Ministry and provides strategic advice to the Senior Leadership team.

In this role you will provide 'real time' support and analysis,'and be regarded by the business as a trusted financial adviser, adding value to critical decisions to improve decision making within the business.

Critical to your success will be the ability to translate complex financial data into clear and concise messages to a broad audience. Your mix of analytical, commercial and communication skills will be at the heart of your approach to successful finance business partnering. The ideal candidate will also come with an openness for new ideas and ways of working and will be comfortable operating with ambiguity.'

The salary range for this role is $121,855 - $148,934 + 3 per cent Kiwisaver contribution.

Mou | About you

Your experience will demonstrate the ability to:'

• Influence, build relationships through insightful analysis and advice

• Effective communication, to guide leadership and their thinking

• Understand business context quickly and adding value to business outcomes.

• Articulate key messages clearly and concisely in written form'

• Anticipate and resolve problems, making decisions based on sound risk management analysis'

• Think strategically while maintaining focus on ensuring that the details are correct'

• Act in a positive, can-do way'

• Be a strong team player and ability to collaborate and contribute at team level

• Maintain high standards of professionalism and performance

Nga painga | What we offer

• Engaging employee-led people networks that celebrate diversity, provide safe spaces, and encourage thought-leadership

• Modern office space and cloud - based technology that allows for joined up, cohesive collaboration

• Wellbeing initiatives, tools and courses, and a discounted health insurance scheme

• Open minds - we aren't afraid of change and encourage fresh approaches and ideas from people who want to make a difference

• We work to make sure the aspirations of whanau, hapu and iwi are enabled

• Salaries automatically move up a step on an annual basis

Please note, while applications close Friday 17 January 2025, we will process applications as they are received and may close this advert early if we find a suitable candidate. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.

For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our on-line process. You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be eligible for this position.'