Senior Financial Analyst

H2R Consulting; Wellington; On-site; NZD 138,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

H2R Consulting in Wellington is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst for a 6-month contract. The role focuses on strengthening financial governance, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing financial management practices in a NZ-based setting.

You will oversee OPEX and CAPEX governance, perform variance analyses, and develop standardised templates and reporting processes for stakeholders. Immediate start and strong Excel/SAP proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Financial Analyst or similar role.
• Strong skills in OPEX management and budgeting/forecasting.
• Sound understanding of CAPEX, capitalisation principles and project tracking.
• Experience using SAP and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee OPEX forecasting and align commitments with budgets.
• Prepare monthly reports, expenditure tracking and variance analysis.
• Manage OPEX tracker using SAP and support CAPEX tracking systems.
• Provide financial insights for budget planning and governance.
• Deliver accurate analysis to support business planning and decision-making.

Skills

OPEX management

CAPEX tracking

Budgeting

Forecasting

SAP

Excel

Stakeholder engagement

Financial reporting

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Senior Financial Analyst

6-Month Contract | Wellington | $100–$120 per hour | Immediate Start

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst for a six-month contract based in Wellington. This role plays a pivotal part in strengthening financial governance, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing financial management practices.

Key Responsibilities

OPEX Management

• Oversee operational expenditure (OPEX), ensuring accurate forecasts and alignment of commitments with approved budgets.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, expenditure tracking, and variance analysis.
• Maintain and manage the OPEX tracker using SAP.
• Contribute to strategic budget planning and forecasting for FY27/28.

CAPEX Oversight

• Provide guidance on capitalisation requirements and the financial treatment of capital expenditure.
• Develop and implement CAPEX tracking systems to improve visibility, accuracy, and financial control.
• Support capital expenditure oversight for Digital Foundation initiatives.
• Monitor project investments, commitments, and expenditure to ensure transparency and alignment with approved budgets.
• Provide financial insights to support investment decisions and project governance.

Collaboration and Standardisation

• Work with Finance teams and business stakeholders to develop standardised financial templates and reporting processes.
• Promote consistent financial management practices across the business.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships to improve financial visibility and accountability.
• Support knowledge sharing, training, and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting and operational efficiency.

Financial Reporting and Business Support

• Deliver accurate and timely financial analysis to support business planning and decision-making.
• Analyse financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support budget management, forecasting, and expenditure control across operational and capital projects.
• Strengthen financial governance through improved tracking, reporting, and compliance with internal policies.
• Provide clear financial insights to senior stakeholders.

About You

• Proven experience in a Senior Financial Analyst or similar financial management role.
• Strong experience in OPEX management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• A sound understanding of CAPEX, capitalisation principles, and project expenditure tracking.
• Experience using SAP and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, financial modelling, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience developing standardised reporting templates and improving financial processes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and collaboration skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within tight deadlines.

Security Clearance Requirement

This role requires an immediate start. Candidates must either hold an existing Basic Clearance (BC) or be eligible and able to obtain one. Applicants must meet the relevant security clearance requirements.