Senior Business Analyst – Finance Transformation (Contract)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join a major finance transformation programme within a leading financial services organisation. Based in Auckland CBD, you will work within the CFO function to shape how large‑scale change impacts finance operations and processes.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse current and future‑state finance processes, including General Ledger, financial controls, reconciliations and reporting.
• Gather and document business requirements in collaboration with finance SMEs, technology teams and external delivery partners.
• Support the design and delivery of complex change initiatives across finance systems and business processes.
• Conduct business process analysis and impact assessments to ensure seamless transition to new operating models.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, SMEs and delivery teams to drive outcomes in a fast‑moving programme environment.

Required profile

• Strong background as a business‑focused Business Analyst, preferably within banking or financial services.
• Experience on large‑scale transformation programmes with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent business process analysis and requirements elicitation abilities.
• Proactive ownership mindset and ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast‑paced settings.
• Background in accounting or finance is advantageous but not mandatory.

Required skills

What we offer

• Long‑term contract until March 2027.
• Opportunity to work on a high‑visibility finance transformation initiative.
• Collaborative environment with senior finance and technology leaders.