Financial Advisor

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Mō te tūnga | About the role

You will be performing financial tasks, such as calculating veteran entitlements, providing data analysis, maintaining reporting and other business processes to meet business requirements for the Veterans' Affairs New Zealand. This is a busy and varied role within a small and collaborative team who support other Veterans' Affairs teams, the wider NZDF, NZ Veterans and their families.

A typical day might include:

• Providing advice on financial matter, veteran' entitlements advice and reporting to the Senior Management and other VA teams.
• Monitoring, analysing and forecasting financial results.
• Providing financial services, such as tax calculation and the filing of PAYE for veterans, fixed asset management, audit engagements.
• Working on regular plans, reports and other documents required as part of the NZDF planning cycle.
• Investigating financial anomalies and working closely with other teams on issues that arise.
• Provide effective support to the Head of Veterans' Affairs and wider team with other tasks as needed.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience                  

Along with having excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to positively engage and advise stakeholders across all levels of the organisation and wider public, you will be skilled at building trust and confidence at a senior level.

This role requires excellent communication skills with the ability to write clearly and concisely for a wide range of audience, as well as managing multiple responsibilities and tasks simultaneously within this busy environment.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Experience within an accounting or finance role, preferably within a large or complex organisation.
• Good working knowledge of relevant standards, policies, regulations and NZ Public Sector financial management practices.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload efficiently.
• Good working knowledge of SAP or similar finance management systems.
• High level of computer literacy with an office productivity suite (such as MS Office) with a minimum of Intermediate level expertise in Microsoft Excel, as well as the ability to learn new systems.

This position is fixed term ending 30 June 2026 and is based at the Reserve Bank building in Wellington CBD. Once you are up to speed in the role then flexible working arrangements can be discussed.

It is advised to apply early to avoid disappointment, as this role may close ahead of time due to a high volume of applicants.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning – safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Applications close on Monday 14 July 2025.

Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.

Please Note:

• All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website. Each listing contains the Position Description and a Contact Us option for any queries or technical issues.
• Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

NZDF Employees/Members – please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate.

NZDF Contractors – please apply via the Defence Careers website.

NZDF Reserves – please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit.

NZDF is currently undertaking a Workforce Savings Programme (WSP) to realise efficiencies and required enduring savings, in which NZDF has proposed some changes to the organisational structure of its civilian workforce. At this point in time this position is not proposed to be affected. We welcome your application for this important role and want to let you know that if the WSP is likely to impact on the role you are applying for, we will let you know at the earliest opportunity.

Please Note:

To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here's what you need to know:

Low Level Security Clearance

• You must be a New Zealand citizen or you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.
• At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last five (5) years.
• You must have a five (5) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted. We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.