Finance Manager at Wise Group

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Finance Strategy, Budgeting, Forecasting, Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Management Accounting, Commercial Knowledge, System Optimisation

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Full-time role + Based in Hamilton East Flexible work model + Work-life balance encouraged Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased KiwiSaver contribution Lead finance strategy, deliver insights, manage budgeting and forecasting, and coach a high-performing team to drive organisational success. Mō mātou | About us Te waihanga kōwhiringa hōu hei oranga tangata, oranga rōpū, oranga hapori, whakarauora hoki i te hunga e tāmia iho nei. The Wise Group is a family of not-for-profit, community organisations sharing a common purpose: to create new opportunities for the wellbeing of people, vulnerable populations, organisations, and communities. We are committed to being guided by Te Tiriti o Waitangi and upholding te mana o Te Reo Māori me ōnā Tikanga across all we do. What we offer Flexible working environment because we understand life happens Fifth week of annual leave (after 12 months employment) Paid wellbeing days (2 per year) Increased Kiwisaver contribution Health now payment card $250 per year to support health and wellbeing for you and your whanau Perk + Perk plus discount app. Discounted Premiums with Southern Cross EAP employee assistance programme Subsidised healthy lunch cooked by an in-house chef 3 days a week Great office location, with easy access to on-street free parking, nearby cool cafes and eating places About the role We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead our business partnering team, deliver financial insights, and drive budgeting and forecasting processes. This role supports decision-making, identifies efficiencies, and provides exceptional leadership across the finance function. Key Responsibilities: Lead the business partnering team, coaching and developing a high-performing finance team Provide strategic financial insights to support decision-making and organisational goals Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery Identify efficiencies and opportunities, driving continuous improvement and system optimisation This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, with the flexibility to work from home, with 3 days in the office. Skills & Experience CA or equivalent Minimum 8-10 years’ experience, with at least 4 years at leadership level Significant management accounting experience, including proven commercial knowledge and skills at leadership level Proven stakeholder relationship management and influencing skill Position Description: Please copy and paste the following link into your browser: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Finance-Manager.pdf Applications Close | Rā Katinga: 17 January 2026. Please note, our office will be closed over the Christmas period and will reopen on 7 January 2026. We will review applications after 7 January 2026. Contact | Korero: Tracey Musty, Chief Financial Offer on Tracey.Musty@wisemanagement.co.nz if you have any questions. For further information, visit our website www.wisegroup.co.nz

Responsibilities

The Finance Manager will lead the business partnering team and deliver financial insights to support decision-making. They will also oversee budgeting and forecasting processes while identifying efficiencies and opportunities for improvement.