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Delta is your smart-thinking infrastructure specialist. We construct, manage, and maintain essential energy and environmental infrastructure. Every day, we make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders. We make communities better for people to live, work, and play in—keeping the lights on, the trees trimmed, and the parks green. To learn more about Delta and its work, visit www.delta.co.nz
 
We are looking for a highly capable Senior Accountant to join our Accounting and Finance team. This is a key role supporting the Chief Financial Officer and contributing to the delivery of high-quality financial, systems, and assurance outcomes across the business.
 
About the role
As Senior Accountant, you will play an integral role in maintaining the integrity of our financial information and strengthening our control environment. You'll work closely with finance and operational teams, while also engaging with external auditors and advisors.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading financial accounting and statutory reporting, including annual and interim reporting
• Managing and supporting the external audit process
• Contributing to a strong internal control and assurance environment
• Supporting internal audit, risk, and compliance activities
• Providing financial insight and analysis to support decision-making
• Working across the business to improve financial systems, processes, and data quality
• Contributing to projects and continuous improvement initiatives

About you
You are a technically strong and commercially aware accountant who enjoys working across both financial reporting and systems. You will bring:

• A CA, CPA, or equivalent qualification
• Strong experience in financial accounting and reporting
• Exposure to audit, assurance, or risk frameworks
• Experience with financial systems and process improvement
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• The ability to build effective relationships across a business

You'll also have a continuous improvement mindset, a high level of integrity, and the confidence to challenge the status quo constructively. While not essential, experience in a contracting environment would be an advantage.
 
Why join us?
This is an opportunity to step into a broad, high-impact role that goes beyond traditional accounting. You'll gain exposure to:

• Systems and process transformation
• Assurance and internal audit
• Strategic financial initiatives
• A collaborative, forward-thinking finance function

You'll be part of a team that values initiative, accountability, having fun and working together to get results.
 
Why Delta?

• A role where you can be challenged and supported
• Extra contribution to KiwiSaver after your first year
• Cigna Life Insurance cover
• Commitment to safety, to make sure everyone gets home safely - every day
• Recognition for excellence and demonstrating Delta's Values
• Wellness programmes, team activities and social clubs
• Professional development, training, and courses
• Corporate Social Responsibility Programmes and initiatives
• A competitive remuneration package and great benefits
• Joining a progressive and reputable New Zealand organisation.

If this role aligns with your qualifications, experience and career goals, we'd love to hear from you - APPLY NOW or get in touch to learn more by contacting Natalie McKenzie on 021 196 3081.

Applications close: 9 June 2026.

Please Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and all unsuccessful applicants will be notified via email. The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, and we encourage early applications as interviews may commence before the advertisement closes.

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