Finance Manager
The Opportunity:
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for financial operations, providing insights and analysis to help drive the performance of the company. As a member of the Leadership Team, you will actively contribute to the strategic direction of the company.
This is a hands-on position requiring strong financial accounting and reporting skills, with the ability to meet regular reporting deadlines. You will be directly responsible for a team of two.
In addition to technical ability and experience, applicants need to be problem solvers, team players, have good communication skills, and a strong customer service focus.
This role is suitable either for an experienced Finance Manager, or for someone wanting to take that next step in their career.
About Us:
Weleda stands at the forefront as the global leader in crafting certified natural cosmetics and anthroposophic medicines. With a dedicated team of approximately 2500 employees worldwide, we are passionate about innovating, producing, and promoting these products. Our holistic offerings are designed to enhance individual health and well-being. At the core of our strength lies a commitment to forward-thinking, social responsibility, and unwavering sustainability practices - environmentally, socially, and economically. In harmony with nature and the human being - since 1921.
Weleda's New Zealand operations which include, biodynamic gardens, manufacturing, quality assurance, sales, marketing, warehouse and distribution are all based in beautiful Havelock North in Hawke's Bay.
We are proud to offer:
- Southern Cross Health Insurance — Wellbeing 2.
- Staff discounts on Weleda products.
- Flexible working environment, hybrid working possible.
- An early start to your weekend (we finish at 1pm on Friday)
- A purpose-driven organisation committed to sustainability and health.
- A collaborative, values-based workplace culture.
- Opportunities for continuous learning.
Key points about the role:
- Permanent role at 30 - 37.5 hours per week, negotiable
- Hybrid working available for this role
- Based in Havelock North, Hawke's Bay
- Financial Year runs on a calendar year basis
Key responsibilities:
- Management Reporting - responsible for the Group reporting
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Tax, Treasury, Insurance and Risk Management
- Payroll, Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Stock, Systems, Internal Controls and Processes.
- Management of a Finance Team
About you:
- Minimum 5 Years Accounting experience, preferably in FMCG, pharmaceutical or manufacturing sectors, including preparation of Monthly Management Accounts and Financial Statements.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (required).
- Accounting Qualification, CA or CPA (preferred).
- Strategic thinking and commercial acumen.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical capability.
- Able to work in NZ.
We are a unique diverse company, everyone is welcome at Weleda - as an inclusive workplace, our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic whole selves to work and thrive with their personality at Weleda.
Are you looking for a role that combines career with lifestyle? Then please apply online. For a confidential discussion about the role please do not hesitate to contact Annette Weatherall of QJumpers HR Assist on 08007586673.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
