At PowerNet, we're proud to keep power flowing safely, efficiently and reliably to the communities we serve. Our success is built on great people, strong systems, and a culture that values teamwork, continuous improvement, and making a positive difference.
We're looking for a Cost & Systems Accountant to join our Finance team in Invercargill. This is an exciting opportunity for an accountant who enjoys working across both finance and technology, supporting business-critical systems while providing valuable cost accounting expertise to the wider business.
About the Role
Reporting to the Financial Analysis & Reporting Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting and enhancing PowerNet's financial systems, ensuring accurate reporting, effective financial controls, and meaningful information is available to support business decisions.
This varied role will see you:
About You
You'll be a collaborative and proactive accountant who enjoys solving problems, improving processes and helping others get the most from business systems.
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and CA ANZ membership (or progress towards membership) would be advantageous.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
At PowerNet, we offer a balanced, flexible and supportive environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. You'll enjoy:
This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your accounting expertise with systems knowledge in a role that offers variety, challenge and the chance to make a genuine contribution to our business and the communities we serve.
If you're looking for your next career move and want to be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications close Sunday 20 September 2026 and applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Applications may be assessed and interviews carried out prior to the closing date so if you are interested in the role, don’t delay in submitting your application.
PowerNet is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
PowerNet Limited manages electricity networks on behalf of its respective owners Electricity Invercargill Limited and The Power Company Limited who each hold a 50% shareholding in the company.
Electricity Invercargill Limited (EIL) is owned by the ratepayers of the Invercargill City Council (ICC) and The Power Company Limited (TPC) is owned by the Southland Electric Power Supply Consumer Trust (SEPSCT) which represents consumers connected to their network.
PowerNet also manages the assets of the OtagoNet Joint Venture (OJV) which is jointly owned by PowerNet’s two shareholders Electricity Invercargill and The Power Company as well as a small embedded network at Frankton, known as Lakeland Network, near Queenstown that is owned by Electricity Southland (ESL).
PowerNet also provides a network control centre function to the Stewart Island Electrical Supply Authority (SIESA) and two field services staff are stationed on the Island.
At PowerNet we recognise that our people are critical to the success of our Company. We are a technology-based business that is growing and we employ people with the right attitude and skills to help us achieve our goals. PowerNet is committed to providing a caring team environment. We believe in a balanced approach to work and personal life and we actively encourage professional and personal growth for all of our people.
For more information and to see current vacanices please see our careers page http://www.powernet.co.nz/careers/
