General Manager Finance – New Zealand

About the role

Fisher & Paykel is seeking a senior finance leader to drive commercial finance, planning, forecasting, reporting and control for its New Zealand distributor and customer experience businesses. Reporting to the COO, the General Manager Finance will act as a trusted advisor to the executive team and shape the commercial direction of one of New Zealand’s most iconic brands.

Key responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting for the NZ business.
• Provide cash‑flow, working‑capital and pricing support to sales and channel partners.
• Partner with product, marketing, operations and global finance to influence strategy and improve performance.
• Deliver financial governance, risk identification and commercial insight to senior leadership.
• Engage directly with key customers and partners on terms of trade and margin decisions.
• Develop and build capability within the finance team.

Required profile

• Commercially minded finance professional with extensive senior‑level experience.
• Proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business decisions.
• Strong advisory skills and experience influencing cross‑functional teams.
• Track record of driving sustainable growth and profitability.

Required skills

What we offer

• Leadership role in a globally recognised, human‑centred appliance brand.
• Opportunity to shape strategy and performance of a major NZ business.
• Collaborative, innovative work environment based in Penrose, Auckland.