Group Accounting Manager

Who is Manukora?

• Manukora is one of NZ’s fastest-growing premium health and nutrition brands with a purpose to treat the world with the best honey on the planet.
• Established in 2015, Manukora is a high-growth, family-owned business driving the next stage of development in the Mānuka industry.
• Manukora is a proud B Corp with a growing team across Auckland, Waikato, the USA and other global locations.

Key Responsibilities:

As Group Accounting Manager, you will take end-to-end ownership of the Group accounting function, ensuring accurate, timely reporting, strong controls, and reliable financial data across the business. You will lead key close and compliance deliverables while continuously improving processes and systems to support scale.

• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close process, including journals, reconciliations, and consolidations across group.
• Proactively identify, manage, and resolve close-related issues while driving continuous improvement.
• Lead the preparation and delivery of IFRS-compliant year-end statutory financial statements.
• Implement and maintain an “audit-ready” financial controls environment across the group.
• Drive system and process improvements across finance platforms (e.g. Xero, Cin7) with a strong compliance mindset.
• Lead group tax planning, compliance, and filings.
• Oversee intercompany and transfer pricing matters, ensuring appropriate documentation and alignment.

About You:

You must be a qualified accountant (CA, CPA or equivalent) with 2+ years of experience in a financial accounting role. Knowledge of E-Commerce, FMCG, Manufacturing or similar industries will be highly advantageous. Experience in a high-growth and fast-paced environment is desirable. You will have a strong technical background and in depth understanding of NZ IFRS, financial accounting practices, financial systems and audit.
You will be autonomous, driven and self-directed with a track-record of delivering multiple workstreams to deadline. You show initiative and innovation and have the ability to solve complex issues with sound judgement. Excellent interpersonal skills will help you engage across multiple teams and partner with key stakeholders.  
  
Why Manukora?

• Vibrant Culture: Join a high-performance team that stands by strong values and fosters an engaging workplace.
• Fast-Paced Environment: Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of a Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) business, making waves in global markets.
• Fuel Your Day: Enjoy complimentary food, honey and barista coffee to keep your energy flowing throughout the day!
• Well-being matters to Manukora: Enjoy health insurance coverage through Southern Cross and access to EAP services

If that sounds like a place where you can see your skills and experience will be valued, we encourage you to apply now. Or contact Nadia Macpherson on nadiam@huntercampbell.co.nz, for a confidential career chat.