Your new company

You'll be joining a well-renowned private sector organisation as they embark on a journey of change in strategic alignment. You'll be joining a diverse team who, although all bring different skills to the table, share the common purpose of wanting to achieve operational excellence for the organisation.

Your new role

The Finance Manager is a critical senior position for this organisation, acting as a key financial and strategic advisor, providing quality financial, commercial and strategic business advice to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board, and is accountable for driving financial alignment across the business. The Finance Manager is responsible for the leadership and management of business services, including:

• Providing hands-on management, development and support to a team of four

• Ensuring best practice and robust internal controls within finance

• The effective management of all legal obligations of the organisation

• Supporting the investment, planning and implementation of the business plan priority initiatives as determined by the CEO and Board

• Developing financial models in order to support work streams, including scenario modelling, competition options, and projections

• Provision of timely monthly management reports for the senior leadership team

What you'll need to succeed

You'll be a Chartered Accountant with a high EQ and the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team. You'll have experience managing complex relationships with competing demands placed on the business both internally and externally. You'll have a proven track record of meeting and exceeding financial targets; developing and managing budgets; and developing business cases and financial models. Strong financial systems knowledge is a must (advanced Excel and Xero) and experience in the introduction of new finance systems will be looked upon favourably.

What you'll get in return

You'll be paid a competitive annual salary and will also have access to free parking, this organisation offers 5 weeks annual leave plus a number of other organisation-specific benefits that will appeal to you and your family.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact me now on Madison.Allen@hays.net.nz / 048863834

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