Finance, Procurement and Services Manager Skip to content Join us, and support the delivery of great law for New ZealandJoin a team that is inspired by challenging, diverse and meaningful workBe at the centre of central governmentEnjoy a great office location with flexible working options and an outstanding wellbeing packageThe Parliamentary Counsel Office (PCO) plays a critical role in developing and publishing New Zealand's legislation. Our vision of Great Law for New Zealand underpins everything we do. We work across government agencies to deliver legislation that is fit for purpose, constitutionally sound, and accessible. The work we do is challenging, diverse, and integral to the lives of New Zealanders. There's no other place like it.The teamThe People, Services and Delivery group supports the organisation with services including HR, Finance, Procurement, Information Management, Operations, Risk & Assurance. We are collaborative, aspirational, and connected by our firm focus on supporting people to shape the future of New Zealand's law. We work to build strong and resilient relationships across the business to achieve strong engagement and effective partnerships.We're a group of talented, committed professionals who consistently deliver high-quality outcomes for the business. About the roleWe are looking for an experienced, delivery focused finance professional to lead the Finance, Procurement, and Services team at the PCO.A trusted advisor to the Executive Leadership team, and holding the function of Chief Financial Officer, this is a broad and varied role which will deliver quality, pragmatic advice and support, including to the PCO's Audit & Risk Committee.This is a hands-on role which is responsible for delivering internal and external reporting, budgeting, and treasury functions. As well as the effective implementation and governance of all financial and procurement policies, procedures and systems. You will also be closely involved in the PCO's business planning process, and a member of the PCO management team. This role connects broadly across Government holding relationships with Treasury, Audit NZ, Office of the Auditor General, and Parliamentary Service. In addition, you will lead a team of five: four executive assistants and an accounting technician. The person we are looking forAs the right candidate you will be a qualified financial professional (e.g. CAANZ or CPA) who is outcome-focused, proactive and a problem solver. In addition, you will bring the following:at least five years' experience in a senior finance position at a NZ Government departmentdemonstrated experience of financial reporting requirements in the public sector including Public Finance Act, Financial Reporting Standards, as well as working with Treasury and Auditwith outstanding stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, you'll be comfortable with providing clear and proactive financial and business advice to managers and executive leadersexpertise in best practice government procurement and commercial practicesability to deal with ambiguity and work in a dynamic, developing environmentexperience managing a team who are responsible for diverse functions across the business.If your strong technical, analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills are matched by your ability to communicate, your passion for continuous improvement, structured technical processes, and customer service then we'd like to hear from you! In your application we'd like you to tell us about your direct experience delivering the areas highlighted in the job advert and job description.Our cultureLocated across the road from Parliament, PCO offers you a fascinating insight into Aotearoa's legislation. Our workplace encourages ambition and high performance - where diversity is welcomed, and where you can be rewarded with the satisfaction of delivering. Our small size allows you to be exposed to broad opportunities and grow your skills along the way. We value our people and provide a flexible and supportive environment.We offer a range of resources to support your wellbeing such as 5 weeks' annual leave, access to fitness opportunities such as the Parliament gym, discounted health insurance, and annual vision and hearing test reimbursement, in-house te reo classes, and more.How to applyFor more information about working at the PCO, as well as the job description, please visit our careers page applications must be completed through this listing on Seek, and include a cover letter telling us why you are suitable for the role, and a CV. #J-18808-Ljbffr