Finance Manager - Commercial Partners

at  Westpac New Zealand

• Competitive salary + 10% superannuation + range of market leading employee benefits
• Hybrid role + centrally located offices in Britomart + WFH available
• 5 days well-being leave on top of annual leave
  Mō te tūranga | About the Role
  We are looking for a Finance Manager (Finance Business Partner) to join our Commercial Partners Finance team.
  Reporting through to the Head of Finance – Technology, Legal and HR and working closely with our Head of Commercial Partners and CFO, you will partner with the business through the provision of timely, accurate and insightful information and advice. You will be responsible for reporting of the financial performance of operational expenditure and prioritised investments, driving the forecasting and planning process, providing advice and challenge to divisional leadership teams, and playing a pivotal role within the Commercial Partners Finance team.
  You will manage, influence and drive cost management discipline and resource allocation through good business practice, targeted productivity programmes, as well as benefit analysis for investment spend.
  Your strong business partnering approach and financial acumen is key to enable you to consult and support the business in achieving its financial targets both strategically and in management terms at senior and executive level. Your focus will be on driving performance and improved financial outcomes through disciplined cost management.
  For the right person, flexibility is key – work from our centrally located Auckland Britomart office and work hybrid from home. Join us in a role that adapts to your lifestyle while making a meaningful impact.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

• Extensive experience finance partnering and relationship building at the strategic and executive level.
• Strong knowledge of the banking industry, financial products, commerciality and cost management.
• Proven ability to inform and influence decision making towards strategic and financial goals.
• Confident and simple delivery of strategic and financial information to all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent communication skills appropriately applied across all modes, methods, and channels.
• Proven leadership of high performing teams with the ability to develop people.
• Strong accounting and finance ability across all finance functions.
• Fully qualified accountant (CAANZ, CFA or equivalent)
• At least seven years post CAANZ qualified experience

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac

Immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, and receive some of the best banking, and lifestyle benefits in the market along with:

• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
• Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers
• Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave
• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
• 2 Volunteer days per year

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.
What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.
The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.
Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater
Applications close:
8 September 202

Please refer the Job description for details