Stihl Shop Fosters is a well-established brand, selling and servicing the leading range of Stihl chainsaws & outdoor power equipment, along with ride on mowers, construction and contracting equipment.
With three retail operations based in Sockburn (Blenheim Road), Northwood and Rangiora, their market reach is second to none.
This is a pivotal leadership role reporting to the Company Directors which is tasked with providing ongoing financial analysis to key stakeholders throughout the business.
Key to the role is providing commercial direction, people management and leadership, analysis and recommendations to the management team and Company Directors.
Other key responsibilities include: Provision of monthly management reporting and statutory compliance requirements Being accountable for delivering the budgeted P & L and balance sheet of the business and overall delivery of the business strategy Responsibility for the provision of business insight using analytics to identify trends, problem areas and opportunities for performance improvement across the business Responsible for the provision of commercial advice, support and leadership across the business Sales revenue and gross profit maximisation in conjunction with Store Managers Human Resources Management Oversight of inventory management and procurement Accountability for leading finance activities including the annual budgeting, monthly forecasting process and day to day cash flow management.
At year end you will work with the external accountants to finalise the statutory accounts The ideal candidate will ideally be a fully qualified New Zealand Chartered Accountant with 5-10 years' experience gained from within a commercial environment and have people leadership and management skills.
You will have proven leadership experience in a commercial environment, sound forecasting/modelling skills, and experience in managing and delivering operational performance.
This technical competence needs to be balanced against personal qualities that should include a strong focus on quality, continuous improvement, good organisational and planning skills and a positive and can-do approach.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required as is the ability to work across all levels within the organisation.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a competent commercial and finance professional to add considerable value and be an integral member of the leadership team.
***Please note: To be eligible for this position, you must have the legal right to work permanently in New Zealand.
*** Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
How many years' experience do you have as a Commercial Finance Manager?
Do you have experience with inventory management?
Have you worked in a role which requires experience with financial analysis and modelling?
How many years of people management experience do you have?
What's your expected annual base salary?
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