Finance Lead – Strategic Financial Management

About the role

We are seeking a Finance Lead to drive gross‑margin performance and partner with business units on commercial decision‑making. This senior position sits within a data‑driven organisation that values autonomy, continuous improvement, and collaborative leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Lead fortnightly gross‑margin reporting, delivering insights for management and Board decisions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning in partnership with the Planning and Reporting Manager.
• Ensure accurate, timely reporting of inventory, sales and cost of sales.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities through analysis and provide actionable recommendations.
• Partner with stakeholders on business improvement initiatives, including systems, reporting and BI enhancements.
• Develop team capability through coaching, mentoring and leadership.

Required profile

• Relevant tertiary qualification and CA membership.
• Proven management accounting experience in a corporate environment.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and business partnering capability.
• Proactive, commercially minded approach with confidence to build relationships and deliver outcomes.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel (including financial modelling and analysis).
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Dynamics 365.

What we offer

• Opportunity to expand leadership capability and influence key business decisions.
• Autonomy to shape a broad portfolio within a respected New Zealand organisation.
• Support from experienced senior leaders and clear pathways for career progression.