We have a rare and unique opportunity for a superstar Finance Manager to contribute to the ongoing success of our truly purpose-led organisation. You'll bring strong core Finance skills, a total team player mindset, and a desire to continuously raise the bar while overseeing all financial operations, financial planning and performance reporting, and leading a small but strong group of Finance professionals. Sound great? Read on! About us UniMed is a not-for-profit, member-focused organisation that specialises in providing workplace health insurance and services to many of New Zealand's best-known companies and their employees. With an A (Excellent) Financial Strength Rating from AM Best and a strong balance sheet, UniMed is focused on delivering consistently exceptional member services and personal experiences so that UniMed Members can stay in lifelong good health. Our vision is to enable healthier, happier people so our nation can thrive. Our goal is to be a preferred and trusted health, safety and wellbeing partner of New Zealand businesses and their people and whanau. We have two brands in the market (Accuro and UniMed) and a customer base comprising more than 400 companies and 145,000 members, with revenues of $145 million. About the role Our Finance Manager will play a key role overseeing and managing UniMed's financial operations. This position requires a strategic thinker and total team player with a strong understanding of financial management principles and hands-on experience leading a high-performing group of Finance specialists. Our Finance Manager will ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, support budgeting and forecasting processes, and provide insightful financial analysis to drive informed business decisions. It's a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data and supporting strategic decision-making processes. You will be supported by our Finance Director and a small but strong team of Finance professionals. About you You'll be a Chartered Accountant with at least three years' experience in a Finance leadership role. Experience in the health insurance industry isn't necessary. What you'll bring: Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements Proven experience with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and auditing Experience in managing month-end and year-end close processes including consolidation Proficiency in accounting software and Finance systems Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Personal attributes: A values-based leader with a high level of integrity and authenticity – always putting the team first The ability and hunger to learn, orientate to action, delivery and lifting performance Proactive and results-driven with a continuous improvement bent Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and manage workloads. Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you. Be part of a high-performing team with an organisation that is values-driven and genuinely committed to the health and well-being of our Members. We genuinely care about our people and provide comprehensive benefits and support. Work-life balance is important to us, and we offer flexible working as well as a commitment to career development and nurturing talent. We will be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period, and we reserve the right to withdraw this job post at any time. If you would like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Dean Riley on 027 511 6589. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How many years' experience do you have as a finance manager? How many years' experience do you have as a People Manager? #J-18808-Ljbffr
