Group Financial Controller

PGG Wrightson; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

PGG Wrightson in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to lead financial reporting, tax, treasury and internal controls for a complex listed organisation.

You will partner with the CFO, Executive Team and Audit Committee, oversee annual and interim reporting, NZX obligations and audits, and drive budgeting, forecasting and capital management.

Qualifications

• CA qualification and a tertiary qualification in Commerce, Accounting or a related discipline.
• Senior finance leadership experience within a listed, regulated, multi-entity or similarly complex corporate environment.
• Strong expertise in NZ IFRS, statutory financial reporting, governance and regulatory compliance.
• Experience overseeing external audits, Board and Audit Committee reporting, and engaging with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group's financial reporting, tax, treasury and financial control functions, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant reporting across a complex listed organisation.
• Partner closely with the CFO, Executive Team, Board and Audit Committee, providing trusted financial leadership, analysis and advice.
• Oversee the preparation of annual and interim financial statements, NZX reporting obligations, external audits and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Lead Group budgeting, forecasting, capital management and financial planning processes to support strategic decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting processes, internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing finance team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic finance leadership

Stakeholder influence

Financial reporting

NZ IFRS knowledge

Regulatory awareness

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Commerce/Accounting degree

Job description

Ready to lead, influence and make a significant impact across one of New Zealand's most recognised agribusinesses?

We're looking for an experienced, commercially astute and people-focused Group Financial Controller to join our Christchurch-based Group Finance team.

PGG Wrightson (PGW) has been working alongside New Zealand farmers and growers for over 175 years. With 1,800 team members across Aotearoa and deep roots in our rural communities, we're proud of the work we do and the people who make it possible.

What You'll Do

• Lead the Group's financial reporting, tax, treasury and financial control functions, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant reporting across a complex listed organisation
• Partner closely with the CFO, Executive Team, Board and Audit Committee, providing trusted financial leadership, analysis and advice
• Oversee the preparation of annual and interim financial statements, NZX reporting obligations, external audits and regulatory compliance requirements
• Lead Group budgeting, forecasting, capital management and financial planning processes to support strategic decision-making
• Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting processes, internal controls and governance frameworks
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing finance team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement

About You

• You're a strategic finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with commercial pragmatism and sound judgement
• You enjoy partnering with senior leaders, influencing decisions and helping organisations achieve their strategic goals
• You can comfortably move between high-level strategic discussions and hands-on problem solving when required
• You're an authentic and engaging leader who develops capability, builds trust and brings people on the journey through change
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and where your expertise can genuinely influence business outcomes

What You'll Bring

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification and a tertiary qualification in Commerce, Accounting or a related discipline.
• Proven senior finance leadership experience within a listed, regulated, multi-entity or similarly complex corporate environment.
• Strong expertise in NZ IFRS, statutory financial reporting, governance and regulatory compliance.
• Experience overseeing external audits, Board and Audit Committee reporting, and engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Solid commercial finance experience across budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, business performance analysis and capital investment decisions.
• Sound knowledge of taxation, treasury management, financial risk and internal control environments.
• A track record of improving financial systems, processes and reporting to drive better business outcomes.
• Exceptional leadership, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build high-performing teams and strong relationships across all levels of the business

Step into a role where you'll help shape the financial future of a proudly New Zealand organisation. You'll work alongside an experienced executive leadership team, influence strategic business decisions, and lead a talented finance function that plays a critical role in PGW's ongoing success.

This role is all about making a real difference for our people, our business, our shareholders, and the agricultural sector of New Zealand.