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We’re seeking a Finance Manager to lead our client’s growing finance division, delivering exceptional financial insights, driving process improvements, and fostering a culture of innovation and critical thinkers. This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal role within a thriving healthcare organisation and make a real impact. Our client is a leader in their industry, renowned for their commitment to innovation, excellence, and employee development. They prioritise learning opportunities and career progression, empowering employees to reach their full potential. You’ll also work in a collaborative environment that celebrates new ideas and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

As the Finance Manager, you will be ensuring quality financial insights whilst managing a team of 5 accounting professionals of different levels. You’ll empower your team to excel while working closely with business leaders to support performance and growth. Key responsibilities include:

• Leadership & Team Development: Cultivate a high-performing finance team, inspiring a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
• Streamlining & Optimisation: Review and refine financial processes and systems, driving efficiency and identifying automation opportunities.
• Financial Reporting & Consolidation: Oversee the consolidation of monthly results, ensuring accuracy and insight-driven outcomes.
• Asset & Tax Management: Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure full compliance with NZ tax regulations.
• Commercial & Management Accounting: Provide timely, accurate reporting to inform strategic decisions.
• Business Partnering: Build strong relationships with leaders, contributing to financial planning and performance reviews.

What You’ll Bring:

To succeed in this role, you’ll be a motivated and methodical & technical professional with a proven track record of process improvements and driving those around you to succeed. Your qualifications and experience will include:

• Professional Expertise: Chartered Accountant qualification with 3–5 years of commercial experience in financial and management accounting OR a manager level in the BIG4 public practice space looking for their first management role in commercial.
• Technical Strength: Deep knowledge of NZ accounting and tax legislation, with demonstrated consolidation experience.
• Leadership Skills: Experience leading teams and fostering professional development.
• Attention to Detail: A structured, results-driven approach to tasks, with a knack for identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Strong Communication: The ability to collaborate effectively with teams and stakeholders across all levels.

How to apply? If this opportunity sounds like it might be a good fit for you, please don’t hesitate to get in touch via the information below, or apply directly (no cover-letter required)

Recruitment Manager – Laura.sanford-scutt@robertwalters.co.nz

Candidate Manager – Georgia.waters@robertwalters.co.nz

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Laura Sanford-Scutt on +64 9 374 7300.