Management Accountant

• This no ordinary management accounting role — it is a chance to get under the hood of a large, complex regulatory environment and turn cost, volume and revenue data into insight that helps shape future funding decisions
• You’ll be part of a new team within finance focused on product volumes, revenue streams and cost drivers — bringing commercial curiosity, analytical rigour and practical financial advice to a high-impact area of NZTA
• You’ll document, and bring to life, the connection between input costs and the performance of our product and services
• Permanent opportunity based in Wellington

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

You’ll play a key role in delivering high quality financial insight to support decision making across NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). Working within our Finance team, you’ll combine strong management and cost accounting capability with analytical thinking to provide robust reporting, forecasting and performance analysis that links financial results to operational drivers.

Partnering closely with finance and business leaders, you’ll help build a clear understanding of cost drivers, funding, and financial performance – supporting better outcomes and value for money across the organisation.

This is an opportunity to work in a complex, regulatory environment and contribute to continuous improvement in financial reporting, modelling and insight.

You will find out more about the role here: Position Description.

Ō Pūmanawa | What we're looking for

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have Some Or All Of The Following (but Don’t Worry If You Don’t Tick Every Box)

• Strong experience in management accounting, including forecasting, modelling and performance reporting
• Proven ability to analyse financial performance across cost, volume and activity drivers
• Experience working with complex cost structures, allocations and multiple funding streams
• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to turn data into clear, actionable insights
• Ability to communicate complex financial information in a way that is accessible to non-financial audiences
• A collaborative and curious approach, with strong relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders
• CA (or equivalent professional accounting qualification)

Mō mātou | About Us

NZTA is responsible for delivering a safe, efficient and connected transport system for Aotearoa. We manage one of the largest and most complex asset, funding and investment environments in New Zealand, providing a unique opportunity to work at scale and contribute to nationally significant outcomes.

He aha te take e uru ai koe ki a mātou? | So, why join us?

Our people are proud to be part of creating a better New Zealand. We’re searching for candidates who share our passion for people, communities, and the environment – and who are ready to contribute their unique skills to shape a better future.

At NZTA, you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. We want you to feel like you belong here - valued, respected, and empowered to bring your whole self to work.

From five weeks annual leave through to Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for our permanent employees – you will be well looked after here. Our benefits are designed to support our people and provide a happy, healthy and high-performing environment. We take a principle-based approach to flexibility and offer a range of development opportunities to support your career growth.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:

Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Rā Katinga | Applications close

19 July 2026

For further information, email: ***email_hidden***

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.