Title:  Management Accountant

Management Accountant – Wellington Region

Position Description

• Contribute insightful financial and commercial advice
• Based Hutt Road, Kaiwharawhara Depot

He kōrero mō mātou | About us:

At KiwiRail, we connect New Zealanders sustainably, powering economic growth and ensuring vital freight and passenger services run smoothly. Our mission, "Stronger Connections, Better New Zealand," highlights our dedication to sustainability and community well-being. 

Our people make KiwiRail exceptional. By fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace, we empower everyone to contribute their best. If you’re passionate about innovation and safety, we’d love to welcome you aboard. 

He whakamārama mo te tūranga mahi | About the role:

Our Management Accountant serves as a strategic business partner, providing financial oversight and commercial insight specifically for KiwiRail’s below-rail infrastructure network in the Metro Wellington Region.

Your primary role will be the provision of financial information for performance management, business planning, decision support and analysis to optimise KiwiRail’s business and strategic objectives. With an in-depth knowledge of the business unit activities, combined with a thorough understanding of the operational and financial targets, you will be positioned to provide insightful financial and commercial advice to support business unit management and decision making.

This role supports the Metros - Senior Management Accountant and collaborates with Infrastructure’s Wellington Metro, Engineering and Business support teams to drive operational efficiency, as well as delivering well planned and appropriately prioritised maintenance, capital renewals and investment.  This includes embedding mature, robust asset management processes for both new and existing infrastructure assets.

The responsibilities include managing CAPEX and OPEX spend within agreed funding of GWRC and RNIP envelopes by optimising budget and forecast accuracy and aligning financial outcomes with KiwiRail’s operational and strategic infrastructure goals. This role is pivotal in achieving KiwiRail’s mission for “boringly reliable” and efficient rail services.

Ngā pukenga e rapu nei mātou | What (skills) you will bring:

Knowledge and experience

• At least three years post qualification experience in Chartered Accounting firm or large corporate business.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work closely with management, including well-developed influencing skills and ability to challenge status quo
• A working knowledge of ERP systems, particularly SAP or Maximo and are adept at leveraging these for financial and asset management
• You are striving towards being a strategic financial partner including influencing decisions
• You can use computer tools for information management

Ways of working / Work-related qualities

• You communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, fostering a culture of transparency and trust
• You exhibit strong decision-making abilities, showing agility and strategic insight in a complex project environment
• You demonstrate resilience and adaptability, working effectively under pressure and navigating organisational change
• You prioritise customer needs, aligning financial strategies to deliver high-value outcomes for KiwiRail
• You champion diversity, inclusion, and collaborative practices, contributing positively to KiwiRail’s work culture

Qualifications

• You hold a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CA) is preferred

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you:

• 4% KiwiSaver employer contribution
• 25 annual leave days
• Access to discounted travel, health insurance & holiday houses across NZ as part of the Staff Welfare Trust 
• A strong Zero Harm policy to keep you safe

Kua rite, kia rite | Ready to Make a Difference?

Rā aukati | Applications close: 31 August 2025