Graduate Accountant

We're looking for two Graduate Accountants to join our Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term, based in our Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) office. This is an exciting opportunity for you to build practical accounting and commercial experience within a supportive and purpose-driven organisation.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Working closely with our Finance team, you'll gain broad exposure across financial accounting, business partnering, procurement and commercial activities. You'll contribute to delivering high-quality financial services while developing the technical and professional skills needed for a successful accounting career.

As a Graduate Accountant, you'll:

• Assist with month-end processes, reconciliations and financial reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis activities
• Contribute to the delivery of accurate and timely financial information
• Assist with procurement and contract administration activities
• Work with finance systems and contribute to process improvements
• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across the Commission
• Develop your accounting and commercial capability through practical, hands-on experience.

The indicative salary range for this role is $61,500 - 65,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver employer contribution. The successful candidate will be appointed at a starting salary which reflects their individual skills, experience, and internal relativities across the organisation.

He kōrero mōu | About you

This role is ideal for graduates who are keen to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world environment while gaining exposure to a broad range of finance functions. We're looking for motivated graduates who are curious, proactive and eager to learn.

You'll bring:

• A completed, or nearly completed, tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline
• Strong academic results, demonstrated through your university transcript
• Sound numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build positive working relationships
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel and other business applications.

We're also interested in candidates who are considering or working towards a professional accounting qualification such as CA ANZ or CPA.

Te wāhi mahi | Working here

We're friendly and collaborative and enjoy contributing to our shared vision of making New Zealanders better off and are committed to our people's wellbeing. Our flexible working options are key to supporting that goal and our people have the technology they need to make it happen. Our environment is inclusive, and our people know they are free to be their authentic selves at work and structure the way they work to suit their lifestyle.

Click here to find out more about benefits and life here at Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission.

Ka pēhea te tono mai | How to apply

If you're ready to kick-start your accounting career and make a meaningful contribution while developing your skills, we'd love to hear from you. You will need to complete an online application form, and upload your CV, your academic transcript and a personalised cover letter.

Your personalised cover letter should include:

• why you are interested in this graduate accounting opportunity
• something you have learned about the Commerce Commission that interests you
• any internship, work or volunteer experience that demonstrates your initiative

For any queries please email [email protected]. Closing date for applications Sunday 30 August 2026.

Our recruitment process is fair, inclusive and free from bias and we encourage our applicants to let us know if we can make it more user friendly for them. We are an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse perspectives and the contribution every one of our people makes to our culture. Put simply, you can be yourself here.