Senior Management Accountant

About the Company I have worked with this company numerous times and have always had great feedback from candidates, all of whom have been extended or gone permanent.

Senior Management Accountant

April 5, 2024 About the Company I have worked with this company numerous times and have always had great feedback from candidates, all of whom have been extended or gone permanent.  They are an industry leader renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. With a rich history in manufacturing and a focus on advanced technologies, this company plays a pivotal role in developing infrastructure through significant projects that impact the lives of all Kiwis.  They pride themselves on a culture that fosters development and values the commercial acumen of their team. Their finance function is very future focussed. About the Role This role is a cornerstone in driving the commercial performance of the business, offering a blend of traditional accounting responsibilities and strategic financial analysis. With a genuine commercial approach, you will be instrumental in understanding and optimising costs to enhance overall performance working closely with the GM.  There is a full JD available but as a snapshot.  Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy across all transactions.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes, providing critical insights into financial planning.
• Engage closely with the manufacturing team to analyse and report on project budgets and financial outcomes.
• Uplift the quality of financial analysis for major contracts, focusing on cost optimisation and commercial viability.
• Potential longer term for a transition to new financial systems and processes, preparing the division for future technological upgrades.

So Who Are You And What Is Your Profile? You will need to be available to start immediately or at a weeks notice at the most, based in Auckland with full working rights in place. 

• Qualified accountant (CA/CPA/CIMA) with solid experience in manufacturing and exposure to budgeting/forecasting.
• Demonstrable commercial acumen, with a track record of driving performance improvements.
• Strong leadership skills, capable of working closely with senior management and leading one direct report
• Excellent analytical abilities, adept at navigating complex financial data to inform strategic decisions.
• Flexible and adaptable, ready to support the company through potential changes 
• Effective communicator, able to liaise across departments and with external partners

Whats on offer? The role is an initial six months but there is a permanent job opportunity longer term, we are ideally looking for someone around the $60-75 GST per hour mark depending on experience.  To apply and help us manage applications please apply via the link below Caileen Cinnamon will be in touch with suitable applicants. Take this chance to be at the forefront of financial leadership, driving commercial success in an evolving landscape. “Studies have shown that women and people from under-represented backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles where they don't match the job description criteria exactly. If you're excited about this role, but your experience aligns less than 100%, we encourage you to apply.”

• Six months with a permanent opportunity longer time
• Based in South Auckland with a direct report
• Immediate start with an hourly rate ideally $60-75 GST

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