Finance Manager: Change & Integration (6-Month FTC)

Stand Forestry; Aorangi; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Fixed-term six months

Job summary

Stand Forestry is seeking an experienced Finance Manager/Financial Controller to support a period of business integration following a merger. The role offers hybrid or remote work and can be based in Feilding or Rotorua.

This fixed-term position runs for six months and supports day-to-day financial operations while senior leaders steer strategic integration initiatives. You will be responsible for hands-on finance activities, budgeting delivery, and audit readiness, with the ability to adapt to

Qualifications

• Experience in senior finance leadership roles (Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager).
• Strong budgeting, reporting and financial controls skills.
• Ability to navigate change during a merger or integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on finance support across activities and priorities.
• Assist with the organisation's budget process.
• Support audit preparation and year-end activities.
• Maintain day-to-day finance operations during a period of change.
• Collaborate with the finance team to address emerging needs.
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and requirements.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Stand Forestry is seeking an experienced Finance Manager/Financial Controller to support a period of business integration following a merger. The role offers hybrid or remote work and can be based in Feilding or Rotorua.

This fixed-term position runs for six months and supports day-to-day financial operations while senior leaders steer strategic integration initiatives. You will be responsible for hands-on finance activities, budgeting delivery, and audit readiness, with the ability to adapt to