Finance Business Partner

New Zealand Government; Manawatū-Whanganui; Híbrido; NZD 84.000 - 118.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

UniSaver Superannuation

Employer Contribution 6.75%

University Holidays

Healthcare Plan

Staff Discounts

On-campus Creche

Professional Development

Descripción de la vacante

Massey University’s Finance Business Partnering team at the Manawatu campus in Palmerston North invites two finance professionals to join on 12‑month fixed‑term contracts starting January/February 2027, with the option to work from home two days a week.

You will provide trusted financial advice, support budgeting and forecasting, prepare management reports and variance analyses, and translate complex data into practical guidance for academic leaders and resource allocation decisions.

Formación

• Minimum three years' experience in management accounting or finance business partnering.
• Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting large datasets.
• Ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance audiences.

Responsabilidades

• Support budgeting and forecasting, prepare management reports and variance analyses.
• Monitor financial and non-financial performance indicators.
• Undertake financial modelling and analysis.
• Explain financial information clearly to managers.

Conocimientos

Management accounting

Finance business partnering

Budgeting & forecasting

Variance analysis

Stakeholder communication

Financial modelling

Educación

Tertiary qualification

Membership of accounting body

Descripción del empleo

Are you a finance professional who enjoys turning financial information into practical insights and helping managers make informed decisions?We have an opportunity for two finance professionals to join our Finance Business Partnering team and further develop their career in a large, dynamic organisation. Reporting to the Colleges Finance Partnering Manager, you will provide trusted, insightful and comprehensive financial advice and support to multiple academic departments.These full-time, 12-month fixed-term positions cover parental leave and are expected to start in January or February 2027. Both are based at our Manawatu campus in Palmerston North, with the option to work from home two days per week.You will support budgeting and forecasting, prepare management reports and variance analysis, monitor financial and non-financial performance indicators, and undertake financial modelling and analysis. Working closely with academic leaders and managers, you will explain financial information clearly, constructively challenge assumptions, and provide practical advice to support resource allocation and operational priorities.To be successful in this role, you will bring:At least three years' relevant experience in management accounting or finance business partnering, preferably within a large or complex organisationThe ability to build effective relationships and work with a range of stakeholdersStrong analytical skills, including experience interpreting large, complex datasetsExperience preparing clear financial reports and translating analysis into practical advice for managersThe ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance audiencesA relevant tertiary qualification, membership of a professional accounting body, or both would be advantageous.Why Massey?Massey University is a world-leading university known for research connected to industry and community, innovative teaching, and preparing the next generation of leaders. We are committed to being a Tiriti-led university and creating an environment where our people can thrive. Working together across disciplines and locations, we solve national and global problems through fundamental, applied, and interdisciplinary research, while culturally and artistically enriching our world.Salary and benefitsSalary range: NZD $83,818 - $117,788 per annum (2026), depending on qualifications and experience.In addition to a competitive salary, Massey also offers:Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation SchemeFive university holidays per year in addition to your annual leaveSubsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your familySpecial staff rates available for campus gym membershipsStaff purchasing privileges and discounts at many commercial and retail businesses across NZAccess to wonderful on-Campus creche/day care facilities for dependents of staff on our Manawatu campusComprehensive professional development and training programmesApplications must be made online prior to the closing date of Sunday, 15 November 2026, 11.00pm.