Senior Finance Analyst - ( 26000008 )

Description

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

About the role

Our longstanding Finance Analyst is changing things up in 2026, creating an exciting opportunity for someone in Christchurch who is ready for a change or looking to take the next step in their career. We need someone who enjoys providing specialist financial and management accounting information to support Stantec’s operations and corporate functions

In more detail the role includes:

• Provide timely and accurate analysis of financial, operational and marketing information

• Review and analyse monthly financial results and KPIs

• Support the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting for the New Zealand region

• Assist with month-end close activities and preparation of financial reports

• Corporate card programme lead and administrator (ANZ).

• Reconciliation of monthly statement and processing of payment (internal)

• Undertake financial modelling and scenario analysis

• Assist operations with pricing models for bids and proposals

• Administer Blackline – our account reconciliation tool administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts

• Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning

• Mentoring for your own development

• Professional Memberships

• Health Insurance – Income Protection Insurance – Life Insurance

• Service Recognition Awards

• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

• Employee Assistance Program

About us

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

How to apply

To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Margaret McMeel on 64 9 580 4502 or 64 27 544 2930

Applications close on Friday 16 January 2026

Qualifications

To be successful for this role you'll need:

You will have a tertiary qualification in Accounting Finance or related discipline and proven experience in financial analysis, management accounting and forecasting. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with good attention to detail will be an advantage as well as an ability to communicate complex financial information to stakeholders.

There will still be time for some fun and with our location in Hazeldean Business Park, Hagley Park and lots of other amenities are only a short walk away.

Primary Location : New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch

Organization : BC-3195 Financial Services-NZ New Zealand

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Jan 7, 2026, 7:14:17 PM

Req ID: 26000008

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