Who we are
We own and operate the electricity distribution network that provides South Cantabrians with power. We are proud to be community-owned and connect over 34,000 customers throughout the region.
At Alpine Energy, our people sit at the centre of everything we do. Our Culture Commitment guides how we work together so every person feels safe, optimistic, energised, involved, and appreciated. We empower each other with trust and respect, take ownership of our words and actions, and act with integrity. By living these behaviours every day, we stay connected as one team and create a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We are considered an essential lifeline service, playing a significant role in our community, contributing to the growth and prosperity of South Canterbury and New Zealand’s transition to a low-carbon economy.
We are in a period of substantial investment and with that comes exciting career opportunities for the right candidates to join our high performing team.
The role
In this recently refined role as our Senior Regulatory Accountant, you will take ownership of Alpine’s regulatory reporting and play a key role in shaping how we respond to economic regulation and pricing requirements.
This is a hands-on specialist role, focused on delivering high-quality regulatory disclosures, analysis, and advice that supports informed decision-making across the business. You will work closely with the Regulatory Manager, Executive team, and wider business to interpret regulatory requirements, provide insight, and ensure we meet our obligations with confidence.
You will build strong relationships across Alpine, working alongside teams to ensure regulatory requirements are well understood, practical, and embedded in how we operate.
As our Senior Regulatory Accountant, you will be responsible for:
- Leading the delivery of regulatory disclosures, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timeliness
- Developing and maintaining regulatory models to support pricing and financial analysis
- Providing clear, practical advice on regulatory requirements and their business impacts
- Supporting submissions to regulators and industry consultations
What you’ll need
- Strong experience in regulatory, financial reporting, or analytical roles within a complex environment (Usually 5+ years)
- A bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, law, public policy, or a related field.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
Nice to have
- Experience in the energy, utilities, or other regulated sectors
- Exposure to economic regulation, pricing, or policy environments
What we offer
At Alpine, we are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and offering a comprehensive employee value proposition that empowers you to bring your best self to work. We strive to keep you motivated, offer competitive rewards, and encourage you to share your ideas and innovations. Our dedication to our people, culture, and community is genuine, and we believe in having fun along the way.
Our state-of-the-art offices in Timaru are designed to enhance collaboration and productivity, featuring stunning panoramic views. Enjoy our well-stocked café with top-notch coffee, fruit bowls, interactive games, and an outdoor space for those well-deserved breaks.
We prioritise health and safety, maintaining Alpine’s strong record of ensuring our team goes home safely each day. Alongside a substantial welfare package and competitive salary, we offer opportunities for upskilling and career advancement. Relocation assistance may also be available.
Next steps
If this role resonates with you and your excited about contributing to South Canterbury’s energy future, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your cover letter and CV, detailing why you’re the perfect fit for this position.
Rest assured; all applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. We encourage you to apply early, as we will begin reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the application process before the advertised deadline.
No Agencies or Floating CV's please
