Finance Manager (6 Month Fixed Term Contract)



A diverse, privately-owned New Zealand business, with oversight of a of multi-entity structure.



• May extend due to systems implementation Project
• Leadership + hands on work
• Interesting diverse portfolio of companies
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Initially offered as a 6-month contract, there is potential for the role to extend due to an upcoming finance systems implementation project. With a comprehensive handover period available, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining people leadership with hands-on financial management.

The business operates across a varied portfolio including commercial property, residential property, hospitality, and utilities.

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will lead a team of four (Assistant Accountant and three Accounts Payable) while taking ownership of the finance function across a complex multi-entity structure.

Key Responsibilities



• Lead and support the day-to-day operations of the finance team, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Manage month-end and year-end reporting, including consolidated financial reporting across a large multi-entity group.
• Oversee cashflow management, banking relationships, funding facilities, and covenant reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance across GST, FBT, taxation, payroll, and statutory reporting obligations, working alongside external advisors where required.
• Maintain strong financial controls, processes, and reporting integrity across multiple systems and ledgers.

About You



To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven Finance Manager or Senior Financial Accountant experience within a multi-entity environment.
• Strong financial reporting, consolidation, and month-end management capability.
• Experience leading finance teams.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively across both operational and strategic responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across the business.

What's on Offer?



• Immediate start with a thorough handover period.
• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Finance Director.
• Diverse and interesting business portfolio spanning multiple sectors.
• Potential contract extension linked to a significant systems project.
• Supportive, family-oriented culture with a collaborative working environment.
• Stable, privately-owned organisation with a long-term outlook.

This position is based full-time in the office and would suit a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys variety, ownership, and being part of a close team.

To Apply



Please get in touch with Sarah Bailey at Walker Smith, [email protected].