Senior Finance Analyst

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
  Reporting through to Head of Finance within our Commercial Partners team, as Senior Finance Analyst, you will support the Head of Finance and the broader Commercial Partner team through the provision of timely, accurate and insightful information and advice.

Additionally, you will be responsible for:

• Providing financial analytical support to the business in achieving its financial targets both in strategic & management terms through the delivery of data led insights, variance analysis and commentary explaining the core drivers of the financial result.
• Reporting of the financial performance of the relevant business division (against forecast, target and prior comparable period) and assist in the delivery of the forecasting and planning process.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?
Interested candidates will enjoy working in a team, have fantastic time management skills, be a strategic thinker and possess a proactive approach to their work. Equally important are your interpersonal skills, strong business acumen, task prioritisation, attention to detail and a result focused attitude. This role will see you liaise with a number of internal and external parties so your proven ability to engage, influence and build strong relationships will be key to your success in the role.

You will possess:

• Strong Accounting and GL knowledge
• Advanced excel skills
• University degree in Finance or Accounting
• Be CAANZ/CFA qualified (or equivalent)
• 3-5 years’ previous financial services or listed company experience (preferred).
• Well-rounded experience in Finance/Accounting functions combined with strong commercial experience and perspectives
• Prior experience in IBM TM1, IBM Planning Analytics and PowerBI considered a plus

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:
6 November 202

• Providing financial analytical support to the business in achieving its financial targets both in strategic & management terms through the delivery of data led insights, variance analysis and commentary explaining the core drivers of the financial result.
• Reporting of the financial performance of the relevant business division (against forecast, target and prior comparable period) and assist in the delivery of the forecasting and planning process