Assistant Treasurer

Assistant Treasurer

New Plymouth preferred - or Wellington, Tauranga, Palmerston North for the right candidate

Full-time permanent, relocation package available

About the role:

We are looking for a superstar experienced in treasury, banking, or investment management to join our small but dedicated team and play a key role in achieving Powerco’s business strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity to flex your financial, analytical and people skills while also contributing to the decarbonization of New Zealand and our energy future!

The role will assist our Treasurer, provide operational leadership of treasury processes and support to two other team members, hold key relationships with our senior leadership and executive teams.

This is a full-time role with flexible or hybrid work opportunities.

About you

Our superstar will have strengths in:

• financial and commercial analysis
• paying attention to detail and be naturally curious
• adaptable, able to multi-task, and manage time effectively
• being positive and have a growth mindset
• thriving in a team environment and sharing a passion for finance with others.

This role may suit a candidate looking to take the next step in their financial career, someone with a background finance, financial markets or banking who is looking for a move to develop their breadth of expertise and abilities, or keen take a step into a leadership role.

Skills & Experience

We are open to a range of skills and experience as an analyst, although ideally you will have:

• a qualification or experience in treasury, finance, financial markets, banking, or investment management
• demonstrated skills in treasury or financial markets, financial analysis and modelling
• excellent communication and relationship skills
• risk management and decision-making skills
• leadership experience.

Our investment in you:

At Powerco we focus on growing talent and provide opportunities to develop through a technical or leadership pathway. We believe, we are better together.

We offer:

• Loads of flexibility – we believe in a mix between home and office
• All the usual stuff, but way better – 4% Kiwi Saver, ability to buy extra leave, paid volunteer days, free fruit in the office, amazing Parental Leave entitlements, free Life and Medical Insurance, free parking, staff discounts – the list goes on!
• Development opportunities and potential for professional association or study sponsorship

About Powerco

Not only are we New Zealand’s largest electricity and second-largest gas company, we’re also one of only two dual-energy distributors in the country. We’re committed to balancing the needs of our people, communities, environment, and business as we deliver energy to around 1.1m customers. 

The utilities industry is undergoing a significant strategic change as we look to a low carbon future, and we’re proud to say that Powerco is at the forefront of this change. We have always worked closely with our retailers and now we’re focusing on working more closely with our customers too.

You’re probably aware that we’re a big company but the best thing is we don’t act like it. This means you get the best of both worlds - your career fast-tracked in an organisation that is willing to put their time and money into your continuous development, but also a company that’s loyal and has a huge amount of respect for their people and isn’t shy to show it.

Are you ready to step into an industry that’s on the cusp of great change and keep our customers happy doing what you do best?

Applications close: Sunday 13 August 2023

Our ability to get the best out of people is what sets Powerco apart. We realise that candidates – especially from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds – often won’t apply for roles unless they meet ALL the criteria. We encourage anyone who shares our passion for connecting communities to apply for any role that aligns to your strengths and interests. We will provide a safe space where you can bring your whole self to work and thrive. 

If you would benefit from support or adjustments in order to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone 0800 769372 or email kiaora@powerco.co.nz