Finance Manager

About the Company Our client is a well-established New Zealand business currently going through a significant period of organizational change. The finance function is technically strong and well-resourced, with a genuine focus on financial control and reporting discipline throughout the transition. The Role Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take on the day‑to‑day Finance Manager responsibilities during a six-month period of transition. This role ensures continued delivery of accurate financial reporting, compliance, and financial governance while the business consolidates reporting across a multi‑entity structure. Key Responsibilities Prepare, review and analyze monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements under IFRS Lead month‑end reporting processes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery Intercompany eliminations Maintain general ledger integrity, including balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls Support tax compliance activities, including IRD return review and liaison with external advisors Manage lease and sublease accounting in accordance with IFRS 16 Review capitalization of expenditure, depreciation rates and the fixed asset register Partner with the Financial Controller and Group Finance Manager on technical accounting advice and analysis Key Skills & Experience Required CA qualified with 5+ years’ senior technical accounting or financial reporting experience Demonstrated experience preparing statutory financial statements under IFRS Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting and tax compliance Experience managing external audit processes and auditor relationships Lease accounting (IFRS 16) experience Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems What’s In It For You This is a genuine opportunity to step into a technically demanding role and make an immediate impact. You will maintain business continuity through a period of real organizational change, working alongside senior finance leaders who value initiative and sound judgement. For a CA who wants hands‑on ownership without a lengthy ramp‑up, this is worth a serious look. #J-18808-Ljbffr