Finance Manager

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Plus Group in New Zealand is growing and seeks a skilled Lead Finance Operations professional to blend strategic thinking with hands-on financial delivery.

Reporting to the CEO, you will manage cash flow, monthly and annual reporting, tax obligations, and platform administration across FinPower, LMS and Xero, while leading governance and stakeholder engagement.

You will drive process improvements, mentor staff, and ensure compliance for borrowers and investors within a growing NZ finance business.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years accounting and finance experience at a senior level.
• Experience in preparation of Financial Reports for office holders and external parties.
• Proven experience within the NZ SME sector.
• Strong leadership and ethical accountability.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing company cash flow and financial operations.
• Preparing monthly and annual financial reporting including preparation of specialist reports as required.
• End-of-month and end-of-year processes.
• Providing financial insights and reports to Directors.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements and efficiencies.
• Managing finance platforms including FinPower, LMS, and Xero.
• Overseeing GST, payroll, and Resident Withholding Tax obligations.
• Supporting borrower and investor administration and compliance.

Job description

Lead Finance Operations in a Growing New Zealand Finance Business.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a diverse role suited to a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys combining strategic thinking with operational delivery.

Key responsibilities

Managing company cash flow and financial operations

Preparing monthly and annual financial reporting including preparation of specialist reports as required

End-of-month and end-of-year processes

Providing financial insights and reports to Directors

Identifying and implementing process improvements and efficiencies

Managing finance platforms including FinPower, LMS, and Xero

Overseeing GST, payroll, and Resident Withholding Tax obligations

Supporting borrower and investor administration and compliance

About you

At least 10 years accounting and finance experience at a senior level

Experience in preparation of Financial Reports for office holders and external parties

Proven experience within the NZ SME sector

Strong leadership and ethical accountability

Highly organised and detail-oriented

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Able to work independently and collaboratively

Experience in lending, finance, or investment sectors is advantageous

About us

Plus Group is an established and growing finance company committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for borrowers, investors, and stakeholders throughout New Zealand.

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