Chief Financial Officer

Lead the financial direction of a district that values people, place and purpose

Carterton is a welcoming, fast-growing provincial District, known for its community spirit and open, natural surroundings. Just over an hour from Wellington, in the heart of Wairarapa, it’s a place where you don’t have to choose between lifestyle and an executive career – and where your work is connected to our communities.

In this setting, Carterton District Council is a small council with a big vision. We’re practical, people-focused, and committed to delivering for our community. Our size means you’re close to the action, with the scope to influence decisions, work across boundaries, and lead meaningful change.

At this time, we are looking for a capable and strategic Chief Financial Officer to join our Executive and guide the financial management of the organisation. It’s a role that spans big-picture planning and day-to-day delivery – from shaping long-term investment and managing risk, to leading our finance team and supporting key decisions across Council.

With the big changes ahead in the local government sector, we are after someone who is confident navigating complexity but knows how to make things clear. You will also bring leadership experience in financial management, ideally in local government, and be comfortable rolling up your sleeves as well as setting direction.  A CA qualification is preferred.

If you are looking for an role that provides executive level opportunity, informs organisational strategy and enables positive outcomes for our community, then this role is a compelling next career step.