SENIOR PROGRAMME FINANCIAL CONTROLLER | 1129956

H2R; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 140,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

H2R is seeking a Senior Programme Financial Controller to lead all financial aspects of a major ERP programme. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, governance, reporting, assurance and benefits realisation, partnering with programme leadership and external partners to influence major investment decisions.

You will provide strategic financial insight and maintain robust financial controls while navigating a complex programme environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised accounting qualification (CAANZ, CPA, or equivalent).
• 5–10+ years’ experience in a Senior Programme Financial Controller or related senior finance role.
• Extensive knowledge of financial management, reporting, controls, governance and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead programme budgeting, forecasting, expenditure monitoring and financial planning.
• Provide financial oversight on investments, funding requirements and resource allocation.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to Programme leadership and governance forums.
• Maintain strong financial controls, governance frameworks and assurance processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies and reporting obligations.
• Support audits and governance requirements across the Programme.
• Maintain accurate financial records to support decision‑making.

Skills

Financial leadership

ERP implementations

SAP

Budgeting

Forecasting

Governance

Reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Investment management

Benefits realisation

Education

CAANZ, CPA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

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SENIOR PROGRAMME FINANCIAL CONTROLLER | 1129956

Senior Programme Financial Controller 12-Month Fixed Term
Competitive remuneration package of $140,000 – $182,000, commensurate with experience.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Programme Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in a significant Enterprise Resource Management (ERM) Programme. This is an opportunity to influence major investment decisions, lead financial governance across a complex programme environment, and help deliver meaningful organisational outcomes.

Working closely with Programme leadership, Finance teams, business stakeholders, and external partners, you will provide expert financial leadership to ensure sound financial management, robust governance, accurate reporting, and successful programme delivery.

About the Role As the Programme’s lead financial advisor, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the Programme, including budgeting, forecasting, governance, reporting, assurance, investment management, and benefits realisation.

You will provide strategic financial insight and commercial advice to support decision‑making, ensuring programme funding, expenditure, and expected benefits are effectively managed and aligned with organisational priorities.
This role requires a confident and influential finance professional who can navigate complexity, build trusted relationships, and combine strategic thinking with strong financial discipline.

Key Responsibilities Programme Financial Management

• Lead programme budgeting, forecasting, expenditure monitoring, and financial planning activities.
• Ensure programme funding and expenditure are effectively managed within approved budgets.
• Analyse financial performance and provide insights on variances, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain programme financial plans and forecasts.
• Provide financial oversight and advice on investments, funding requirements, and resource allocation.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to Programme leadership and governance forums.
• Maintain strong financial controls, governance frameworks, and assurance processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, financial policies, and reporting obligations.
• Support audit, assurance, and governance requirements across the Programme.
• Maintain accurate financial records and information to support effective decision‑making.

Business Cases, Analysis & Benefits Realisation

• Lead financial modelling, investment assessments, and cost‑benefit analysis.
• Support the development of business cases, funding submissions, and investment proposals.
• Assess financial impacts, risks, and opportunities associated with programme decisions.
• Monitor and report on programme benefits and value realisation.
• Provide robust financial analysis to inform strategic priorities and change initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory

• Act as a trusted financial advisor to Programme leadership and key stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships across Finance, Programme teams, business groups, and external partners.
• Translate complex financial information into clear and actionable insights.
• Provide expert advice on financial management, governance, reporting, and investment decisions.
• Contribute strategic recommendations to governance and decision‑making forums.

What You’ll Bring To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

• A recognised accounting qualification (CAANZ, CPA, or equivalent).
• Significant experience in a Senior Programme Financial Controller, Financial Systems Manager, Finance Systems Lead, or similar senior finance role.
• Extensive knowledge of financial management, reporting frameworks, controls, governance, and accounting standards.
• Proven experience leading financial workstreams within ERP implementations, enterprise transformations, or major system change programmes.
• Strong understanding of finance data structures, governance, master data management, and reporting requirements.
• Advanced analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
• The ability to operate effectively within complex, fast‑paced, and evolving environments.
• Demonstrated success influencing senior stakeholders and building trusted relationships.
• Experience translating complex business and financial requirements into practical process and system solutions.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience supporting large‑scale ERP, HRMIS, finance transformation, or enterprise‑wide change programmes.
• Experience with SAP.
• Experience developing or enhancing data governance frameworks, KPIs, financial reporting, and analytics capabilities.
• Experience with enterprise reporting and business intelligence platforms.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams, workstreams, or complex programme deliverables.
• 5-10+ years’ experience working within programme, project, transformation, or change environments.

Why Join? This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial direction of a major transformation programme and make a lasting impact on organisational performance and outcomes.

You’ll work alongside experienced leaders and specialists, contribute to strategic decision‑making, and help drive the successful delivery of a high‑profile programme.

We offer a competitive remuneration package, a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment, and flexible working arrangements, including remote working opportunities, to support a healthy work‑life balance.