Accounting and finance

Senior Auditor

Watercare · 1001-5000 employees

AucklandYesterday
OnsiteFull timeContractSenior

What the role involves

  • Delivering audit services
  • Evaluating controls
  • Ensuring financial accuracy

What they ask for

Proven people leadership experience in large complex organizations; professional qualification such as Chartered Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor; hands-on internal audit methodology experience; strong commercial acumen; ability to work independently.

  • Professional licence or registration

About the job

He kōrero mō mātou | About Watercare

Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata

When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy

There's never been a better time to join Watercare. We're delivering a $15.2 billion, 10-year capital investment programme, the largest in our history, creating opportunities to work on transformative infrastructure, sustainability and digital projects that will shape Auckland's future. With more than $4 million invested every day, you'll be part of work that makes a lasting difference to our communities and environment.

He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and experienced Senior Internal Auditor on a 12 month fixed term contract to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

As a Senior Internal Auditor at Watercare, you will deliver high-quality internal audit services and assurance, with a strong focus on cost transparency and financial oversight. You’ll be instrumental in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of financial data used by suppliers to charge Watercare, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and accountability.

  • Deliver high-quality internal audit services and assurance to support Watercare’s strategic and operational objectives.
  • Evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the controls over those activities and objectives

Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About you

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to demonstrate proven people leadership experience and a strong track record working within large, complex public or corporate organisations.

  • A professional qualification such as Chartered Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, or a similar recognised designation.
  • A solid understanding and hands-on experience with internal audit methodologies, processes, and procedures.
  • Strong commercial acumen, including a sound grasp of business needs, relevant legislation, and key business drivers.
  • The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and deliver high-quality outcomes with minimal supervision.

Ngā hua mōu | What's in it for you

We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits package including:

  • Training and development opportunities
  • Employee discounts at a range of large retailers

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply

Come and join our team! If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team then please apply online today - careers.watercare.co.nz.