Chief Financial Officer

03 / 09 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Accounting / CFO

Description

About the Company
Manuka Health is a global leader in natural healthcare products, renowned for producing premium Manuka honey and other innovative wellness products. Through their secure supply chain, rigorous quality control and collective expertise they produce and deliver their trusted New Zealand bee products to over 45 countries worldwide. They have an ambitious growth strategy to sustainably grow their business and New Zealand’s Manuka honey industry for the betterment of people and the planet.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced and visionary senior finance leader to join the executive leadership team as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This is a pivotal role in driving the financial strategy and ensuring the effective integration of information and communication technology (ICT) across the business. You will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the company, optimising performance, and leading technological advancements that align with its growth ambitions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement financial strategies to enhance profitability and long-term sustainability
  • Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
  • Partner with the executive team members and CEO to achieve the company’s vision and purpose
  • Provide leadership and direction on strategic and commercial projects
  • Manage relationships with key stakeholders including auditors, banks, and other financial institutions
  • Drive continuous improvement in financial and ICT processes, systems, and controls
  • Lead and mentor a high-performing finance and ICT team

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role, ideally with a strong background in both finance and ICT
  • CA, CPA or equivalent qualification
  • Experience working in fast-paced environments with international operations
  • Extensive experience in the FMCG industry would be advantageous
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to influence and drive strategic decisions
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • A proactive, results-driven approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration, including annual bonus
  • Southern Cross Healthcare Insurance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • The opportunity to join a great company

If this opportunity is of interest, please submit your CV by following the link below. If you’d like to find out more and for a confidential discussion, contact Chris Cooper on at chrisc@huntercampbell.co.nz

  • Flexible Working Arrangements
  • Attractive Remuneration Package
  • High Growth Business

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Chris Cooper
Manager, Accounting - Permanent

As the manager for the permanent Accounting team, I am responsible for ensuring we maintain a best in class approach to both our talent management and our client’s needs. My area of recruitment specialisation is senior accounting roles. I have an extensive network of both candidates and clients in the Accounting and Finance sector, enabling…

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