Senior Finance Manager

• 12 month fixed term contract
• September start date
• Up to $180k

 
We are looking for a Senior Finance Manager who brings strong public sector experience to join a collaborative, purpose-led team.
 
JacksonStone & Partners are partnering with a government agency who are seeking a values-driven Senior Finance Manager to lead its finance function on a fixed term basis.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain strong financial controls
• Lead financial strategy, planning, and performance
• Manage financial risk, assurance, and compliance
• Deliver high-quality financial insights and reporting
• Provide strategic advice and business partnering across the agency
• Lead and develop the finance team

 
You will bring:

• A Chartered Accountant qualification or equivalent.
• Demonstrated strong financial accounting and internal control experience, gained within a public sector environment.
• Proven organisational skills with a track record of meeting deadlines and juggling priorities effectively.
• Strong understanding of government reporting, budgeting cycles, and audit requirements.
• Understand the machinery of government and have the ability to lead estimates, baseline updates and support budget bid processes.
• Excellent people leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

 
This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for someone who brings depth in public sector financial management and is ready to shape strategy at the executive level.
 
Please note You must be either a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident or possess a valid New Zealand Work Visa.
 
APPLY:  www.jacksonstone.co.nz
REFERENCE:  BH-11346
FURTHER ENQUIRIES: Kendall Bushby 027 332 7896 or Tracy Szeto 021 442 039