Manufacturing Finance Business Partner

A leading organisation in the building products industry is seeking a Manufacturing Finance Business Partner to join its Auckland-based team, with regular travel to Taupo. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in business optimisation and growth within a company renowned for its innovation, operational excellence, and commitment to continuous improvement.

The Opportunity:

As the Manufacturing Finance Business Partner, you’ll take ownership of financial operations across two major manufacturing sites. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver insights, drive performance, and lead initiatives that enhance efficiency and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Consolidate and analyse timely, accurate financial information from multiple manufacturing sites to support effective performance management.
• Partner with site managers, operations leaders, and commercial teams to provide strategic advice and commercial insight that drive results.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes, delivering comprehensive reporting and analysis.
• Champion strategic initiatives, particularly those aligned with the Grow Above Market pillar of the business strategy.
• Optimise financial outcomes by supporting manufacturing transitions, establishing product costing frameworks, and improving equipment effectiveness.
• Enhance reporting and decision-making through advanced BI tools such as Power BI and automation solutions.
• Prepare robust business cases and conduct post-implementation reviews to ensure strong return on investment.
• Lead and mentor a small team of three, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Oversee month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and compliance with internal controls.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across finance, operations, and external stakeholders.

About You

You are a commercially astute finance professional with a strong background in manufacturing and a passion for driving performance. You thrive on partnering with the business to deliver meaningful insights and results.

What you’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance; CA qualification preferred.
• Able to travel to Taupo for 1 night a week for the first 12 months
• Minimum 5 year's experience in a manufacturing finance or commercial role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing P&L, product costing, and operational drivers.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing budgeting, forecasting, and business planning cycles.
• Proficiency with BI and automation tools such as Power BI.
• Exceptional financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A proactive, organised, and results-oriented approach with high integrity and attention to detail.

Why Join Them?

This organisation is one of New Zealand’s most trusted names in decorative surfaces and panel products for residential and commercial spaces. With a portfolio of iconic brands recognised nationwide for craftsmanship and quality - from benchtops to cabinetry - they’ve built their reputation on innovation, reliability, and expertise.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re looking for a role where your commercial expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking truly make a difference- this is your opportunity.

Apply today to take the next step in your career and join a company that’s invested in your success.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Willy McBride on +6493747331.