Finance Manager

Job Description : FINANCE MANAGER AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND FOR HOSPITALITY 15+ years experience Position is open to overseas candidates also This Finance Manager position will report directly to the CFO, but also work closely with the board and MD’s. this role will provide detailed financial and commercial support and lead a team of 4 direct reports. You will lead the group’s external reporting processes and own the delivery of monthly group consolidation. To succeed in this role, you must have brilliant communication, the ability to partner with stakeholders, be switched on and self-sufficient. The role will provide opportunity to grow your career and have exposure to working with the directors. Provide detailed and accurate financial and commercial support to the MD’s, Operations Director, Exec Chef, Venue Managers and Events and Marketing Managers, enabling them to highlight issues, risks and opportunities, and to drive the business forward. Leading a team of four direct reports, the daily management of the transactional team is a key aspect of this role. Given the size and scale of the Group, the challenge is volume not complexity, so keeping on top of this is key to the team performing to a high level. Lead the wider finance team through the month end process, ensuring adherence to timelines and seeking improvement wherever possible. Drive the timely publication of weekly cash flow reporting, highlighting any risks and mitigating plans. Own the preparation and delivery of the monthly Group consolidation and Board Reports. Lead the Group’s external reporting processes, including preparation of half year and annual financial statements in line with NZ IFRS, and the Group’s external audit. A relevant finance/business qualification, CA preferable Experience in big 4 accounting firms Experience in medium/large commercial enterprise Strong analytic and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and communicate financial data. Advanced Excel skills including data visualisation, financial modelling, and report development. Power BI experience is preferable.

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