Financial Controller

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a rapidly expanding organisation in Auckland. As the company embarks on an ambitious growth journey, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring robust financial controls are in place. This is a unique chance to be part of the senior leadership team, working closely with key stakeholders to deliver industry-leading service experiences.

What you'll do:

As Financial Controller, you will be entrusted with shaping the financial health of the organisation through meticulous reporting, insightful analysis, and strategic planning. Your day-to-day activities will involve

• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements and reports with comprehensive analysis to inform business performance.
• Develop strategic plans for financial growth by evaluating risks, identifying efficiency's, and implementing improvements across systems and controls.
• Coordinate project reporting processes, including monthly reviews with branch leads and managers to optimise project financial returns.
• Ensure compliance with banking covenants, statutory requirements, and internal policies while proactively highlighting potential issues to senior management.
• Provide commercial input into new business opportunities such as acquisitions, mergers, and contracts by delivering insightful financial analysis.
• Conduct variance analysis to explain deviations from budgets or forecasts, offering actionable recommendations for corrective measures.
• Oversee year-end financial statement processes in collaboration with the finance team to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage effective budgeting, forecasting, and analytical systems that support informed decision-making throughout the organisation.
• Maintain accurate general ledger balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis while producing regular KPI reports for stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop members of the finance team by fostering a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement.

What you bring:

• Hold New Zealand Chartered Accountant status or equivalent qualification relevant to accounting disciplines.
• Demonstrate at least five year's experience as a Finance Manager or Financial Controller within complex environments.
• Strong excel and system experience; familiarity with XERO system or similar is advantageous.
• Showcase proven leadership abilities through previous experience managing teams within finance or related fields.
• Possess deep knowledge of auditing rules, regulations, and best practices applicable to large organisations.
• Display expertise in financial reporting processes including budgeting cycles, month-end close procedures, and variance analysis.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing when presenting complex information to diverse audiences.
• Experience with GST, FBT, income tax compliance preferred;

What's next:

Apply today by clicking on the link provided – this is a great opportunity to grow with an ambitious company based in Auckland!

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