Senior FP&A Leader: Strategy, Forecasting & Insight

Consult Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in New Zealand is seeking an experienced Senior Finance professional to drive strategic decision-making through forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. The role requires 5-10 years in FP&A, a relevant finance degree, and a CA/CPA/CFA/CIMA qualification. This position involves leading the FP&A function and enhancing reporting tools to support business growth. Competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment are provided.

Benefits

Leadership role with growth and impact

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in FP&A, commercial finance, or strategic planning.
• Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting processes.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting cycle, financial modelling, and medium-long term forecasting.
• Partner with the executive team on strategic initiatives, ROI, and investment planning.
• Deliver clear data-led insights through robust variance analysis and reporting.
• Manage and mentor the FP&A Analyst, fostering analytical excellence and commercial acumen.
• Enhance performance dashboards and reporting tools.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Budgeting

Performance analysis

Data-driven insights

Advanced Excel skills

Financial modelling

Mentoring skills

Commercial acumen

Education

Finance or Accounting Degree

CA/CPA/CFA/CIMA Qualification

Tools

Power BI

Technology One

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in New Zealand is seeking an experienced Senior Finance professional to drive strategic decision-making through forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. The role requires 5-10 years in FP&A, a relevant finance degree, and a CA/CPA/CFA/CIMA qualification. This position involves leading the FP&A function and enhancing reporting tools to support business growth. Competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment are provided.