Strategic CFO: Multi-Entity Finance Leader (Remote)

Whakatohea

New Zealand

Remote

NZD 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

15 hours ago

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Job summary

Whakatohea in New Zealand seeks an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial function across Te Tāwharau o Te Whakatōhea and its group entities. You will partner with the CEO and governance to inform strategic direction and support long-term aspirations, with local or remote work options.

The role covers strategy, budgets, reporting, cash flow, risk, and capital allocation, plus investment appraisals.

Qualifications

Tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance with CA/CPA or equivalent.
Significant senior financial leadership in complex, multi-entity or group environments.
Experience advising Chief Executives, ELT, and Boards on strategic matters.
Strong commercial acumen with investment management and capital allocation experience.
Advanced financial systems capability, notably Xero, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

Lead the group-wide financial strategy, budgets, forecasts, and long-term planning.
Provide high-level financial advice to the Chief Executive, ELT, and governance.
Oversee financial reporting, cash flow, treasury, and investment performance.
Drive commercial analysis and investment appraisals for growth decisions.
Maintain robust governance, risk management, and statutory compliance.
Lead modernisation of financial systems, processes and reporting frameworks.
Develop a high-performing finance function and organisational capability.