Financial Controller

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Financial Controller managing multi-entity accounting, reporting, cash flow, and FX for New Zealand and USA operations. Supporting business growth through commercial financial insights.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the end-to-end finance function across international entities, including New Zealand and USA operations
  • Oversee accounting activities including general ledger, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and month-end close
  • Prepare management accounts, financial reports, and performance analysis
  • Manage multi-currency transactions, intercompany accounting, and FX exposure
  • Develop financial forecasts, budgets, and cash flow projections
  • Monitor working capital, margins, profitability, and financial risks
  • Partner with Directors and operational teams to provide commercial insights and decision support
  • Work with external accountants to ensure accurate reporting and compliance
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive financial and commercial information

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar senior finance role
  • Exposure to New Zealand, USA, Singapore, or other international accounting environments is highly desirable
  • CA, CPA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification preferred
  • Experience in international trading, import/export, logistics, distribution, manufacturing, international services, or fast-growing SME businesses preferred
  • Experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting, including intercompany transactions and FX exposure
  • Strong hands-on experience managing end-to-end accounting functions, including GL, AP/AR, reconciliations, and month-end closing
  • Comprehensive knowledge of financial reporting, management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Proficiency in Xero accounting software and financial systems
  • Excellent analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently
  • Highly trustworthy and discreet, with strong integrity and the ability to handle confidential information professionally
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Confidence providing recommendations to business leaders

Benefits:

  • Work-from-home
  • Monday to Friday schedule
  • Observes NZ Holidays