Advisory Finance Manager - 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Overview

Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating trust and solving critical challenges in society. This role offers an opportunity to influence the financial success and strategic operations of the Advisory business within a leading professional services firm in New Zealand. The position is for 12 months on a fixed-term contract basis located in Auckland.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end financial reporting for the Advisory team, analyzing revenue, margins, costs, utilization, work-in-progress, debtors, and key metrics.
• Collaborate with senior Advisory leaders to deliver clear financial insights and challenge assumptions to support strategic and commercial decisions.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting activities including scenario modelling and risk assessment.
• Detect performance patterns and identify areas for profitability improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Implement and leverage approved AI, automation, and analytical tools to enhance reporting accuracy, speed, and insights while minimizing manual effort.

Qualifications and Experience

• Professional accountancy qualification such as CA ANZ, CPA or equivalent, with strong expertise in management accounting, financial analysis, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Approximately 5 to 8+ years of relevant finance experience, preferably in FP&A, commercial finance, management accounting, or business partnering.
• Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to connect financial data to business drivers and communicate complex insights to non-finance audiences effectively.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel techniques and data analysis, with enthusiasm for adopting AI-driven tools and methods responsibly.
• Adaptable, curious, and eager to apply emerging technologies in finance.

Additional Information

Applicants who do not meet every requirement are encouraged to apply as skills and potential are valued highly. The organisation promotes a diverse and inclusive culture and supports professional growth and well-being.

Benefits and Perks

• Potential discretionary bonuses and generous referral incentives.
• Access to global networks, leadership development programs, AI tools training, and structured learning pathways.
• Well-being benefits including a $250 annual allowance, life and income protection, mental health support services, 15 days paid sick leave, and group health insurance eligibility.
• Reputation for innovation and impact, providing a platform to accelerate career growth while contributing to community and client success.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive coaching culture.
• Annual summer shutdown with two paid recognition days off, plus option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Paid parental leave available to all parents with flexible arrangements and financial planning assistance.
• Inclusive networks and paid volunteering leave encouraging community involvement.