Finacial Controller

Oyster Management Limited / Oyster Property Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading New Zealand property firm is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its Finance function. The ideal candidate will manage financial reporting, cash flow, and payroll while fostering team development. Applicants should be CA qualified with significant experience in finance management, particularly within the commercial property sector. Join us to contribute to a high-performing environment that prioritizes continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• CA qualified with 5-10 years of experience heading Finance Teams.
• Experience with reporting requirements and governance.
• Property industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance function partnering with COO for decision making.
• Manage financial reporting and analysis of property funds.
• Oversee cash flow management and company payroll.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Team development

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Education

CA qualification

Job description

Overview

Who we are. Oyster is a leading New Zealand commercial property and fund manager and is recognised as a market leader in sourcing and structuring property funds and capital raising. We also manage a range of office, industrial, large-format retail, and retail assets throughout New Zealand. At Oyster we are committed to Building a Brighter Future, and it is this vision that sits at the core of everything we do. Our Values are what guide our culture, our day-to-day interactions with our investors, tenants, contractors, each other and how we deliver on our vision – we are One Team,Leaders,Courageous and< b>Ethical.

Job scope

We’re looking for a Financial Controller to lead our Finance function, partnering closely with our Chief Operating Officer to guide decision making. This key appointment is responsible for managing Oyster’s finance and accounting operations, including managing the financial reporting and analysis of the diverse range of property funds/schemes managed by Oyster, regular internal/external reporting, cash flow management, treasury, company payroll and the leadership and development of the Finance Team. We require a strong leader who is committed to the ongoing upskilling of the team, fostering a continuous improvement focus and ensuring the team provides quality, timely outputs to stakeholders across the business.

Eligibility criteria

It is essential to be CA qualified with 5-10 years’ experience heading up Finance Teams, you will be well-versed dealing with numerous work streams effectively and managing and motivating your team to consistently deliver quality outcomes on time, even in busy times. Having worked for either a listed company or a financial institution, you’re no stranger to the reporting requirements and governance that come with the territory. You’re a commercial thinker and may also have property industry experience.

Core competencies

At Oyster, we place strong emphasis on our core competencies, which are the foundation of our high-performing environment. These include critical thinking, adaptability, emotional intelligence, effective communication, impactful collaboration, digital proficiency, and strong financial acumen. We actively seek these qualities in our people, as they are essential to driving our success and shaping a high-performing, future-ready team.