Financial Controller
We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Financial Controller to support financial accounting and operations, treasury management, and compliance across our group. This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll not only ensure financial integrity and control, but also champion a strong business partnering approach. You need to be based in Marlborough or willing to relocate to Marlborough, to integrate into the wider team based here at our stunning winery.
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for leading a team and ensuring financial information is accurate, timely, and compliant. You’ll oversee accounting, treasury operations, statutory reporting, insurance, tax, payroll and systems integrity while fostering strong internal relationships across the business. The finance team reports into Marlborough Lines Limited, our parent company.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical excellence with people leadership and continuous improvement.
Why join us?
- Be part of a business committed to sustainability
- Competitive Salary and a generous wine allowance, along with relocation support to Marlborough
- Work for a NZ owned and operated company
- Lead meaningful improvements across finance systems and processes
- Enjoy a visible, influential role across the organisation
- Opportunities for growth, development, and making a real impact.
Key responsibilities
- Lead month-end processes, financial reporting, and contribute to Board/Audit & Risk Committee reporting
- Manage statutory compliance including audits, tax, payroll and regulatory obligations (NZ and international)
- Oversee treasury management including cashflow, banking, working capital and foreign exchange hedging
- Lead and develop the team - AP, AR and Payroll
- Drive a business partnering approach, supporting stakeholders across the organisation
- Own and optimise our financial systems (centered around Microsoft Business Central) and master data integrity
- Deliver budgeting and forecasting on a rolling cycle
- Maintain key financial registers (fixed assets, leases, etc.) and stewardship of assets including insurance
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, internal audits, and system enhancements
- Manage relationships with external financial service providers.
About you
You’re a commercially astute and detail-focused finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys leading people. You will be based in Marlborough, or willing to relocate here.
You’ll bring:
- A degree in Finance/Accounting (CA preferred)
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a senior finance role, in manufacturing, agriculture or similar
- Strong technical expertise in accounting standards
- Treasury and FX management experience
- Proven people leadership and ability to build high-performing teams
- ERP experience (Microsoft Business Central or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence across the business
- Ability to cut to the chase and identify the things that matter.
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