This isn't a traditional finance role. You'll be the trusted expert who provides an independent view on high-value investment proposals across the Auckland Council Group, helping senior leaders and decision-makers navigate complex choices with confidence. You'll bring rigour, sound judgement, and strategic thinking to the evaluation of business cases and investment proposals, ensuring decisions are financially robust, aligned with council priorities, and deliver long-term value.
Working closely with senior leaders, finance teams, and key stakeholders, you'll influence critical decisions and help strengthen the quality of investment planning across the organisation.
In this role, you'll:
This role is full-time fixed term/Secondment until 30 September 2027, working 40 hours per week.
You're a strategic finance professional who enjoys tackling complex challenges and helping organisations make better investment decisions. You'll bring extensive experience providing strategic financial advice to senior leaders, executives, boards, or governance bodies, along with strong expertise in financial analysis, investment evaluation, business case assessment, and capital planning. You are a highly analytical thinker who can distil complex information into clear, practical insights and recommendations, and you're comfortable providing independent advice and constructive challenge when needed.
You'll also be an excellent communicator who enjoys building trusted relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders and influencing decision-making through credibility, sound judgement, and collaboration. Backed by a tertiary qualification in finance, commerce, business, economics, or a related discipline, and a professional qualification such as CA, CPA, CGMA, CFA, or equivalent, you'll have a proven track record in strategic finance, investment evaluation, or financial advisory roles. Experience within the public sector, infrastructure sector, or local government environment, along with an understanding of investment governance and evaluation frameworks, will be highly regarded.
Most importantly, you'll be passionate about delivering better outcomes through robust financial analysis, sound decision-making, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.
We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. As part of our organisation, please view a range of benefits.
Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.
If you are looking for a new professional challenge and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply now with your cover letter and CV.
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Salary ranges from $122,783 to $144,450 plus KiwiSaver and benefits.
Find a copy of the position description here
Applications close Thursday, 8 October 2026
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