Finance Manager

Porter Group; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior leadership role

NZ & Australia oversight

Company vehicle

Southern Cross Medical Insurance

Job summary

Porter Group is seeking a dynamic Capital Equipment Finance Manager to lead the Porter Finance business from its Hamilton Head Office. This senior, hands-on role manages day-to-day finance operations and oversees finance functions across New Zealand and Australia.

The successful candidate will join a growing finance team, partner with sales to offer responsible, commercial finance solutions and contribute across the Group as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in Capital Equipment Finance, Finance Broking or Business Banking.
• Strong commercial judgement with ability to make decisions.
• People-focused and able to build relationships at all levels.
• Proven ability to build internal and external relationships.
• Sound understanding of credit and risk in a finance environment.
• Experience structuring Capital Equipment Finance solutions.
• Willingness to travel 2–4 days per month.
• Willingness to be involved in arrears management when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of the Finance business and oversee NZ and Australia.
• Work with the sales team to provide commercially focused finance solutions.
• Build relationships across the organisation and with external partners.
• Support other group functions as required.

Skills

Capital Equipment Finance

Commercial judgement

People-focused

Relationship building

Credit risk

Structured financing

Travel readiness

Arrears management

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

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Capital Equipment Finance Manager - Porter Finance

Ready to take the lead in Capital Equipment Finance?

The Porter Group is seeking a dynamic, commercially minded and self-motivated Capital Equipment Finance Manager to lead our growing Finance business.

Porter Finance provides retail finance solutions for equipment sold through the Porter Equipment Territory Manager network. Based at the Porter Group’s Hamilton Head Office, this is a senior, hands‑on role with responsibility for the day‑to‑day management and performance of the Finance business, including oversight of finance company functions across both New Zealand and Australia.

The successful candidate will also provide support across other Group functions where required.

About Us

The Porter Group operates from more than 50 locations and is the largest privately owned importer and distributor of market‑leading construction and forestry equipment in Oceania, with operations across New Zealand, Australia, the USA and Papua New Guinea.

With a strong reputation built on quality products, exceptional customer service and long‑term relationships, the Porter Group is a dynamic and progressive organisation with an exciting future ahead.

Find out more at www.porterce.com

About You

This is a hands‑on Capital Equipment Finance role suited to an experienced finance professional with a background in Capital Equipment Finance, finance broking or business banking.

The primary objective of the role is to work closely with the Porter Equipment sales team to help customers purchase equipment through responsible, commercially focused and innovative finance solutions.

You will be a confident decision‑maker who understands both the commercial opportunities and risks associated with equipment finance. Just as importantly, you will be a people person who can build strong relationships, influence outcomes and work effectively across all levels of the business.

• Experience in Capital Equipment Finance, Finance Broking or Business Banking
• Strong commercial judgement and the confidence to make decisions
• A dynamic, engaging and people‑focused personality
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong internal and external relationships
• Sound understanding of credit and risk within a finance environment
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience structuring Capital Equipment Finance solutions
• Willingness to travel for approximately 2–4 days per month
• Ability and willingness to become involved in arrears management when required

Preferred

• Relevant tertiary or industry qualifications
• Ability to read and interpret financial accounts
• Understanding of Credit and AML functions within a finance business
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365, Word and Excel
• Experience leading, coaching and managing people

What’s on Offer

• A senior leadership role within the Porter Group
• Oversight of both New Zealand and Australian Finance businesses
• A challenging and rewarding position based at our Hamilton Corporate Headquarters
• The opportunity to make your mark and contribute to the continued growth of the Porter Finance business
• A supportive and progressive working environment, with structured mentoring and training to help you grow into the role
• A competitive remuneration package, including a company vehicle, to be negotiated with the successful applicant
• Southern Cross Medical Insurance

Make Your Mark

Hamilton is a fantastic place to live and work, and this is an exciting opportunity to join one of New Zealand’s most successful privately owned companies.

If you are commercially driven, people‑focused and ready to take ownership of a growing Capital Equipment Finance business, we want to hear from you.

Please note:

Applications will not be considered without a covering letter.