About NZHL GroupAt NZHL we help New Zealanders achieve financial freedom faster. And those aren't just aspirational words, that's actually what we do. NZHL Group is one of the leading Financial Advice Businesses in New Zealand, encompassing the NZHL Franchise, Link Financial Group and Advice Link businesses and to top it all off, we're Passionately Kiwi (that's one of our values) owned by Kiwi for Kiwi. We're also Freedom Champions and Excellent Together(more of our values). We think this is just the beginning for NZHL Group…. Purpose of the Role This is role is designed to lead the NZHL's Group Finance Team, streamlining, consolidating and coordinating as Group controller, in terms of processes, deadlines & and accounting policies to support the CFO to deliver Group monthly financial statements and analysis to ELT, Board & shareholder accurately and on time. Your role as Senior Group Finance Manager will have responsibility for: 1. Managing and leading all Group finance processes and outputs, such as Leading the Group month end process, consolidation & financial reporting for management, Board & ShareholderProducing the monthly Group, and separate business consolidation level reporting including cashflows and commentaryImplementing & maintaining the Group consolidation, forecasting & cashflow toolsCompiling the annual Group financial statements; and coordination of the annual Group budget & audit processesManaging Group payrollReviewing & improving entity level cost management & reporting practicesUndertaking procurement reviews to optimise spend for the Group2. Ensuring Group accounting, forecasting and reporting requirements are implemented and followed by the Group's Finance teams 3. Contribute to the Group's risk management frameworks to mitigate financial risk 4. Lead, coach and mentor the Group Finance Team 5. Project work such as: implementing and maintaining NZHL franchise financials reporting, benchmarking and analysis and cashflow-forecasting tools and educate usersreviewing suitability of Group finance tools, propose and business case alternatives, and assist in any software selection & implementation processesAbout You You will be adaptable in an ever-changing environment, calm, and a natural problem solver. With a passion for numbers and improving finance systems and processes to benefit the entire organisation. Key Skills and Experience Required A relevant tertiary qualification CPA or CA certification preferableAt least 5+ years' experience in a relevant role Understanding and knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulationsGood knowledge and experience with accounting software, MS Excel and the associated data and functionsStrong analytical and reporting skillsKnowledge of the financial industry preferredExcellent communication and people leadership skillsProven ability to build strong relationshipsExcellent technical skills, including Microsoft Excel, Xero, Spotlight and other relevant financial systems What's in it for you Our great range of benefits for permanent employees include banking benefits and insurance discounts, our NZHL values based, collaborative, inclusive and socially vibrant culture where everyone is friendly and happy to help with support of ongoing professional development, health and wellbeing offerings such as our Employee Assistance Programme available as well. If this sounds like something you'd like to be a part of and a place where you could see your future flourish then apply now!