Finance Manager

Auckland One Rail; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Auckland One Rail is seeking a skilled Finance Manager to oversee finance operations and drive growth initiatives. This leadership role requires a Chartered Accountant with experience in a corporate setting, emphasizing financial accuracy and strategic insights to support business performance. Join a dynamic team where you can make an immediate impact, with perks such as free train travel and gym membership discounts.

Benefits

Free Train Travel

Gym Membership Discount

Travel Discount

NZ Railways Trust Membership

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with significant NZ experience.
• Experience in the services industry required.
• Proven track record in financial management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate financial reporting and oversee budgeting processes.
• Manage audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Lead and mentor the finance team to achieve their potential.

Skills

Financial Management

Statutory Compliance

Audit Oversight

Continuous Improvement

Detail-oriented

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Auckland One Rail are seeking a skilled Finance Manager to lead and oversee our finance operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and business alignment. This is a key leadership role within our organisation, partnering closely with our Executive Leadership Team to drive informed decision-making and sustainable growth.

As the provider of passenger rail services in Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland. we are looking for a strategic and detail-oriented finance professional ready to make an impact as soon as possible on a permanent, full-time basis. Our office is conveniently located on Queen Street in the city centre, a short walk from the Waitematā/Britomart train station, with free train travel making for a convenient cost-effective commute.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting, including preparation and review of profit & loss statements and balance sheets.
• Lead annual budgeting and business planning processes.
• Oversee monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Manage internal and external audit processes and support the preparation of statutory accounts.
• Safeguard the integrity of financial information and accounting systems.
• Develop, review, and implement financial policies, procedures, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory obligations, including preparation of direct and indirect tax returns.
• Monitor and manage cash flow to support ongoing business operations.
• Analyse financial and operational data to provide insights that support business performance.
• Drive continuous improvement and contribute to strategic business initiatives.
• Act as a trusted finance business partner to the Executive Leadership Team.
• Lead, mentor, and support the Finance team to achieve their full potential.
• Oversee accounts receivable, invoicing, claims, reporting and collections.

About You

As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate reporting of financial results, maintaining the integrity of our accounting systems, and ensuring the Finance team consistently delivers to the highest professional standards. This role requires a balance of hands-on technical expertise, strategic insight, and people leadership.

To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong mix of technical expertise, industry experience, and personal attributes that support collaborative leadership and business impact.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ).
• Significant New Zealand experience in a corporate environment.
• Experience in the services industry is essential.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in financial management, statutory compliance, and audit oversight.

Personal Characteristics

• Highly motivated with a strong ethic of continuous improvement.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and proactive in identifying risks and opportunities.

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ).
• Significant NZ experience in a corporate environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is preferable.
• Experience in the services industry is required.

• Free Train Travel: Enjoy complimentary train travel on Auckland passenger trains.
• Gym Membership Discount: Access discounted Les Mills Gym membership.
• Travel Discount: Nominate a person and up to 3 dependents for train travel discounts.
• NZ Railways Trust Membership: Benefit from discounted holiday accommodation and medical perks.