Executive CFO for Whānau Outcomes

He Herenga Kura; Wellington; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Kaimahi wellbeing

Learning & development

Tikanga Māori training

Birthday leave

Matariki celebrations

Study leave

Job summary

He Herenga Kura seeks a General Manager Finance to lead the financial health of the Trust and its subsidiaries, Poua Ki Raro and Tātai Mokopuna. This hands-on executive role spans strategic advisory and day-to-day financial operations, reporting to the CEO and Board to ensure sustainability and positive whānau outcomes.

The role requires extensive senior finance leadership, Te Tiriti o Waitangi application, and a track record in governance and risk management within the not-for-profit sector; NZ

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in a CFO, GM Finance or equivalent senior leadership position.
• At least ten years’ experience in the finance sector in Aotearoa.
• Ability to apply Te Tiriti o Waitangi in work policies and practice.
• Knowledge of WAI 2750 Housing Policy and MAIHI Ka Ora and the National Māori Housing Strategy is desirable.
• Experience building high-performing teams in a multifaceted environment.
• Knowledge of NZ Government Procurement Rules and kaupapa Māori procurement approaches is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial advice to the Chief Executive and Board, and lead budgeting and forecasting.
• Lead finance operations including payroll, accounting, audit and controls.
• Assess financial viability across projects, programmes and acquisitions; manage investments and financial risk.
• Provide governance assurance through reporting, compliance and risk management.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team and align mahi with whānau outcomes.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Financial governance

Budgeting & forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance or Accounting

Chartered Accountant (desirable)

Job description

He Herenga Kura seeks a General Manager Finance to lead the financial health of the Trust and its subsidiaries, Poua Ki Raro and Tātai Mokopuna. This hands-on executive role spans strategic advisory and day-to-day financial operations, reporting to the CEO and Board to ensure sustainability and positive whānau outcomes.

The role requires extensive senior finance leadership, Te Tiriti o Waitangi application, and a track record in governance and risk management within the not-for-profit sector; NZ