Group Financial Controller

About the Company

Large, PE-backed NZ infrastructure business with a national footprint, investing heavily to support its continued growth trajectory.

Role Summary

Reporting to the CFO, the Group Financial Controller leads financial reporting, controls, finance ops and compliance across a large, complex organisation, whilst delivering large scale finance transofrmation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Own group financial reporting, statutory accounts and audit delivery
• Strengthen internal controls and balance sheet integrity across the business
• Play a key role in the identification, implementation and roll out of a new Planning & Forecasting system
• Oversee AP/AR, including insurance claims and revenue risk
• Partner with the planning function on budgeting and forecasting
• Provide payroll oversight, including transformation and compliance programmes
• Mentor graduate accountants through the CAANZ programme

• CA qualified; Big 4 background regarded
• 5+ years in senior finance leadership roles
• Strong technical background in reporting, controls and compliance
• Advanced ERP and financial systems experience
• Experience across payroll or large complex workforce environments, desirable
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and coaching skills

This high-visibility GFC role offers direct exposure to the CFO, board and senior leadership, with real ownership of financial reporting, controls and compliance across a large, complex organisation. It’s a exciting step for a technically strong CA ready to build on a strong reporting and controls foundation.

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position, please submit your CV via the link below. For a confidential discussion, email Sam Pritchard at [email protected].