Project Accountant

Location: Buller District Council
Department: Corporate Services
Position Type: Full-time


Join the Buller District Council Team!
At Buller District Council, we are a dedicated, customer-focused team committed to maintaining the beauty of our region—from Karamea to Punakaiki and inland to the environs of Reefton. This is your unique opportunity to step into the wilderness and make a tangible difference in the Buller District. If you possess the expertise and a proactive attitude to deliver exceptional service to our community, we’d love to hear from you!

Buller District Council is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join our team.


What will you do?

• Work with key stake holders across the organisation to develop budges for the Annual Plan and Long-term Plan. Maintain the Budgeting model to assist in developing affordable plans to the community.
• Assist the Manager Finance with the development and implementation of Council’s business improvement projects.
• Assist in controlling and overseeing financial systems and operations, ensuring compliance with internal controls and legislation, and input into production of statutory documents including annual report, annual plan, long term plan.
• Assist in providing financial reporting across the organisation (internal reporting).

Who are you?

• You will have solid technical accounting and financial analysis skills and, be able to demonstrate an understanding of financial systems and operations ideally in a local government environment.
• In addition, you will have a good working knowledge of financial systems, including concepts, principles, planning and reporting.
• A team player with excellent relationship-building and communication skills is essential to this role.

Why Join Us?
Buller District Council is committed to creating a rewarding environment for our staff. We embrace diversity and foster a culture built on trust and respect. We offer flexible working arrangements (where available) and the chance to work with a team of dedicated experts passionate about making a difference in our district.


Ready for a Change?
Apply now to be a part of our dynamic team and contribute to the growth and sustainability of the Buller District.
All applications are required to be accompanied by the Application Form, a Covering Letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.
Any enquiries about this role please email: bdc.hr@bdc.govt.nz

Applications close Friday 18th of October at 5PM