Accountant

24 / 11 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Contract or Temp
  • Accountant - Financial / Accounting

Description

The Business:

An instantly recognisable NZX listed business, who are market leaders with a growth mindset on a global scale.
  
The Role:

As an experienced Financial Accountant you will support and assist the Finance Manager with a broad variety of tasks. This is an initial 6 month fixed term opportunity for you make your mark. 

Duties will include:

  • Month end close process activity – journals, reconciliations, P&L and Balance Sheet review
  • Provision of financial and management monthly reporting
  • Salaries and wage journal processing and reporting
  • Bank and Cash Clearing Account Reconciliations
  • Processing of Credit Card Transactions
  • Assist with the intercompany process
  • Assist with the completion of six monthly and annual statutory reporting packs
  • Ensure tax compliance for GST, FBT and Income Tax.


You will have:

  • CA qualification
  • Industry experience from a large organisation
  • Ability to work across multiple systems 
  • Excellent Excel skills

What’s in it for you…

This is a brilliant opportunity to work for a large, NZX listed business who are well established and market leaders in their industry. They have a very supportive and collaborative team which promotes learning and offers great opportunities for growth. 

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, please call Regina Manaf on 021 220 8786 or email reginam@huntercampbell.co.nz

  • Initial full-time fixed term contract for 6 months
  • Auckland CBD with flexible working supported
  • Supportive team environment

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Events and Sponsorship Manager

21 / 11 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Events Manager / Marketing

Description

About the Company
  
Ballance Agri Nutrients is a farmer owned co-operative committed to implementing farming practices that are more productive, profitable and sustainable.

Ballance’s original core business was in fertiliser manufacturing, supply and sales but it continues to transform as an organisation as the evolution of Agri-science and Agri-tech remains an industry focus. 

Ballance now distributes an innovative suite of products and services including a range of fertiliser and micronutrient products, a fully owned subsidiary of Ballance (SuperAir) that specialises in the aerial application of solid fertiliser and lime as well as mapping services, self-silo services and farm sustainability services.

Ballance continues to have a key focus on its customers, a pivotal requirement in understanding and meeting the evolving needs of farmers as well as the wider trends in the agricultural sector.  

About the Role
  
We know that great performance begins with great people, and Ballance are looking for a passionate and experienced Events and Sponsorship Manager to join the Marketing team. You will be responsible for the strategic, planning and delivery of the events and sponsorship portfolio at Ballance.  Specifically, this role will:

  • Deliver flagship agricultural events including National Fieldays (Mystery Creek) – the largest Agricultural show in the Southern Hemisphere as well as regional fieldays in the North and South Island each year.
  • Drive and manage long-standing sponsorship partnerships including Ballance Farm Environment Awards, Dairy Women’s Network and the Ahuwhenua Trophy to name a few.
  • Achieve value for Ballance by leveraging these sponsorship relationships and partnering with Agricultural groups for mutual benefit.
  • Plan and execute customer centric events to help drive value for New Zealand farmers and growers, connecting with them in rural communities.
  • Collaborate with the innovation team on driving thought leadership events showcasing future nutrient leadership.
  • Drive cross functional advocacy, development, delivery and formal evaluation of a rolling 12-month sponsorship and event calendar and associated budget.
  • Lead and develop one direct report.
  • Contribute as part of the wider marketing team within Ballance.

About You   

With a positive and enthusiastic attitude, you are a great team player who thrives on creating connections.  You are innovative in your approach and are both solutions and results focused.  Specifically, you possess the following:

  • 5+ years’ experience within marketing
  • A qualification in business, ideally marketing
  • Sponsorship/event management expertise
  • Strong internal and external relationship building capability
  • Experience in change and transformation
  • Creative design and production process knowledge
  • Budget management
  • Clear and compelling communication skills
  • Excellent leadership, relationship and influencing skills
  • Ability to understand customer needs and customer experience across all touchpoints.

What’s in it for you?
  
This is your opportunity to make your mark in a stable and thriving organisation with exciting future plans. 

The nature and stage of the business means you will be part of a high performing team with great mentorship from the Head of Marketing.  You will work closely with senior leaders and will be exposed to lots of different facets of operating within an innovative Agri business.  

Ballance prioritises its people and has excellent benefits.  It also prioritises internal mobility and learning and development opportunities across the organisation.
  
If you’ve been operating within the events and sponsorship industry, and you are looking for your next opportunity as part of a collaborative and progressive team, apply today! For additional information, please contact Erin Donkin on erind@huntercampbell.co.nz.

  • Live and work in beautiful Mount Maunganui.
  • Join a high functioning and collaborative team who like to have fun!
  • Strategic role working on large scale agricultural events.

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Chief Financial Officer

21 / 11 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Accounting / CFO

Description

The Company
Yes Group is an alliance of Australasia’s premium Medical and Safety distributors, united through a singular mission: “enabling healthcare to perform better”. They are a privately owned business going through an exponential phase of growth due to their extreme customer experience mindset, combined with a focus on disrupting their industry through the use of cutting-edge technology and innovation.

https://yesmg.com/
  
The Role
Yes Group is seeking an experienced, energetic and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to work closely with the Group CEO in shaping their financial and operational strategy in-turn helping them achieve their significant growth targets.  This role is ideal for a highly driven finance leader looking to make a tangible impact by improving processes and systems, steering financial excellence, and supporting growth initiatives, including M&A activities. The CFO will oversee all aspects of financial management, risk, and compliance while collaborating on commercial and strategic projects with the executive team.
  
Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Group CEO and leadership team on key strategic and commercial initiatives
  • Lead M&A activities, including due diligence and integration of acquisitions
  • Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and regular reporting
  • Lead and manage the ANZ finance team, ensuring strong financial performance and efficiency
  • Drive process and systems improvements to enhance financial and operational performance
  • Manage risk and compliance across ANZ, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met
  • Manage external party relationships (banks, auditors, insurers etc.)

  
About You
We are looking for a seasoned CFO who brings energy and enthusiasm, a commercial and strategic mindset with experience in the import and distribution sector or similar environments (FMCG, wholesale etc.). The ideal candidate will be hands-on, with a strong background in financial and operational improvement and a proven ability to partner strategically with senior leadership. Experience with M&A is highly desirable. You must be someone who has played a key role in a business that has gone through a significant growth phase.
  
Skills & Experience

  • Demonstrated experience as a CFO or in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within the import, distribution, wholesale or FMCG sector
  • Experience within a high volume and high customer base environment
  • Experience in developing and executing on long-term strategic initiatives
  • Proven success in process and system improvements to drive financial and operational efficiency
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge (ideally trained in a large professional services firm)
  • Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills

  
What’s on Offer
As well as there being a competitive remuneration package on offer, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape the financial future of a successful, growing organization in a dynamic sector. As CFO at Yes Group, you’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your insights and leadership will play a pivotal role in a business on an aggressive growth journey.
  
  
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 at chrisc@huntercampbell.co.nz

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  • High growth, privately owned ANZ business
  • Work alongside an impressive CEO
  • Location; Auckland or Whanganui or Bowral (NSW)

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Head of Sales

21 / 11 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Sales / Sales Director / Head of Sales

Description

About the Company:
  
Canary Foods is dedicated to producing premium dairy products for both domestic and export markets, with a vision to be recognized as a world-class health food provider.  This is a rare opportunity to join a New Zealand dairy business that supplies butter and cheese to B2B and B2C customers across retail, foodservice, and hospitality channels.  Owned by China’s largest dairy firm, Yili, and it’s NZ subsidiary Westland Milk Products, it is guided by their core values – Excellence, Accountability, Innovation, Win-Win Collaboration, and Respect – fostering a culture that drives success, innovation, and collaboration.
  
About the role:
  
As the Head of Sales, you will be a key part of the senior leadership team and: 

  • Strategize and deliver revenue: Collaborate with the General Manager to design and implement sales strategies that align with Canary’s growth objectives, delivering revenue and profitability targets.
  • Lead a talented team: Manage and develop a team of three sales professionals based in Hamilton, providing coaching, clear objectives, and ongoing support to ensure success.
  • Cultivate key customer relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with retailers, suppliers, wholesalers, and distributors, and ensuring satisfaction and uncovering new opportunities.
  • Drive market expansion: Leverage market insights to identify growth areas, guide product development, in order to design and optimize bespoke offerings for both existing and new markets.
  • Ensure financial performance: Oversee budgets, sales forecasts in collaboration with finance and demand planning teams, to ensure adherence to financial targets and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate across functions: Work closely with supply chain, finance, and NPD teams to align strategies, streamline processes, and meet customer needs.
  • Marketing and price positioning: Drive growth through strategic advice in this area. 

Key requirements:

  • Significant sales management experience in FMCG and food manufacturing, including domestic and international market development, ideally within the dairy or foodservice sectors.
  • A track record of success in managing B2B and B2C sales, with experience leading and developing teams.
  • Strong understanding of the global dairy market, including market dynamics, supply-demand fundamentals, and product applications.
  • Effective change management exposure balancing both large global corporate ownership model and SME agility locally.
  • Commodity buying and reworking experience with a technical background would be beneficial.
  • Expertise in strategic planning, process improvement, and new product commercialization.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and inspire performance.
  • Commitment to maintaining quality, health, safety, and environmental standards.

Why Join Canary?
  
This is a great opportunity to make leadership impact and take charge of sales strategy and execution in a work environment that values fresh ideas and collaboration.  Play a pivotal role in shaping business strategy and upholding the vision and values of Canary to expand their footprint globally. 
With domestic and international travel as part of the role, be a NZ brand ambassador and let your passions come alive.  This role would ideally be based in the Hamilton head office, with flexibility offered for the right candidate if based in Auckland.
  
For a confidential chat about your sales career at Canary, get in touch with Sindy Ward on +6421659193 or submit your resume to sindyw@huntercampbell.co.nz.  All direct and agencies submissions will be redirected to Hunter Campbell for assessment.

  • Strategic leadership role to make an impact on the NZ dairy trade
  • Full sales ownership of export and domestic markets
  • Key role in the senior management team, Hamilton office

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Property Leasing Manager

21 / 11 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Property Management / Real Estate & Property

Description

Are you a skilled property professional ready to take on a pivotal role in managing a nationwide portfolio of corporate-leased properties?

The Company
A leading provider of essential services to New Zealanders is looking for a Property Leasing Manager to oversee and optimise the management 150 commercial properties, ensuring efficient operations and strategic lease management.

You will be working for a dynamic and growing organisation with a portfolio of properties leased across the country to support business operations. You will be committed to managing our leased spaces effectively, minimizing costs, and ensuring our facilities meet the needs of our teams.

The Role 

  • Lease Management: Oversee the lifecycle of leases for properties rented by the company, including renewals, terminations, and negotiations.
  • Portfolio Oversight: Manage a portfolio of properties nationwide, ensuring compliance with lease terms and alignment with business objectives.
  • Cost Control: Identify opportunities to reduce leasing costs and optimize the use of leased spaces.
  • Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary contact for landlords, property managers, and internal stakeholders.
  • Problem-Solving: Resolve lease-related issues, ensuring minimal disruption to company operations.
  • Database Management: Maintain accurate records of all lease agreements, including key dates, terms, and financial obligations.
  • Reporting: Provide detailed reports on portfolio performance, upcoming expirations, and leasing trends to senior leadership.
  • Strategic Planning: Collaborate with leadership to forecast future property needs and identify suitable leasing opportunities.

What We’re Looking For 

  • Experience: Demonstrated expertise in property management, particularly with leased properties for corporate use.
  • Knowledge: A strong understanding of lease agreements, property law, and the real estate market.
  • Skills: Exceptional organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Attention to Detail: Ability to manage complex lease terms and maintain accurate records.
  • Technology: Proficiency in property management software and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Problem-Solving Ability: A proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.

What’s in it for you?

  • Meaningful Impact: Take ownership of a nationwide portfolio, directly contributing to the company’s operational success.
  • Collaborative Culture: Work with a dedicated team that values innovation and excellence.
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities to develop and advance your career within a supportive environment. Take on additional responsibility for projects, procurement and broader commercial work
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, parking, flexible working hours and three days work from home
  • In-house role
  • Job stability and career progression
  • Opportunity to make your mark

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Executive Assistant

19 / 11 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Human Resources / Human Resources & Recruitment

Description

About the Company:
 
Primepac is a leading NZ owned packaging business dedicated to providing innovative solutions to a wide variety of applications and customers.  They are proud of their dynamic work environment and commitment to developing their team. As they continue to grow and evolve, we’re looking for an Executive Assistant to join the team and support the General Manager.
 
The Role:
 
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support the NZ General Manager. This is a dynamic role combining executive administration, office management, and general support. The ideal candidate will be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take on a variety of responsibilities.
 
Key Responsibilities: 

  • Executive Support: Assist the General Manager with calendar management, travel planning, and email correspondence. Help the GM be more effective by anticipating needs and staying ahead of tasks. 
  • HR Administration: Support HR activities, including managing contracts, onboarding, maintaining HR policies, and assisting with administration.
  • Office Management: Oversee the smooth running of the office, including Health & Safety compliance, ERP system implementation support, and conference organization.
  • Internal Communications: Manage internal communications and ensure key messages are effectively delivered across the company.
  • Meeting Coordination: Organize and prepare for monthly management meetings, including setting agendas, preparing reports, and ensuring follow-up on action items.
  • Project Support: Assist with various projects, such as support with ERP implementation and organizing company-wide events.

 About You:

  • Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant.
  • Super organized with a knack for managing multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Digital specialist who is fast-paced, tech and systems savvy.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
  • A proactive approach and the ability to anticipate the needs of senior leaders.

What’s on offer:

  • An opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a growing company.
  • A role with variety and responsibility, where no two days are the same.
  • A supportive environment that values your growth and development.

This role is replacing someone who is progressing through the company, offering you the chance to step into a role with significant impact and visibility. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding position that offers growth opportunities, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you’re the perfect fit for this role to Sindy Ward on sindyw@huntercampbell.co.nz.

  • Great business; inclusive team; fast-paced values-based culture
  • Established NZ owned manufacturer of packaging solutions; a role you can own
  • Rosedale, Auckland North location

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Accountant

15 / 11 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Accounting / Consulting / Business Services

Description

The Role

A fantastic opportunity to join a newly formed CA firm where growth, development, and client success are their priorities. 

As BAS Accountant you will be responsible for delivering high-quality accounting services to their diverse client base. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage multiple responsibilities. Your work will include:

  • Preparation of annual accounts, tax returns and GST returns
  • Assist with bookkeeping and management accounts for clients
  • Assist senior staff with developing and growing the firm
  • Mentor and buddy with junior staff to share your experience

What We’re Looking For

  • 2-3 years of accounting experience, ideally within a Chartered Accounting (CA) firm, demonstrating a strong foundation in financial accounting and tax compliance
  • A good understanding of accounting software and tools, such as Xero or MYOB, is advantageous
  • Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach, with the ability to build strong relationships and provide tailored advice
  • A team player who is proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute to the firm’s success

What’s On Offer

  • Professional Growth: Commitment to your professional development, offering ongoing training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities
  • Supportive Culture: Join a supportive, collaborative team that values diverse perspectives and celebrates success together
  • Work-Life Balance: Balanced approach to work, ensuring the team enjoys a positive work-life balance
  • Make an Impact: Be a part of a new and growing firm, where your contributions will directly shape their success 

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  • BAS Accountant for growing CA firm
  • Supportive and inclusive environment
  • Avondale offices

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Group Financial Controller

13 / 11 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Contract or Temp
  • Accounting / Financial Controller

Description

  
The Company

This organisation is a well-established leader in the service sector with a strong and trusted presence across New Zealand. Known for its quality services and broad reach, the company serves a diverse client base and maintains a solid reputation in the industry.

As the company enters a transitional phase, it seeks an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller to join its finance team.

Position Summary

In this interim role, the Group Financial Controller will oversee the company’s financial processes, maintain regulatory compliance, and ensure financial integrity across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee Financial Reporting, Budgeting, and Forecasting. Ensuring accurate, insightful, and timely financial reports are prepared and presented.
  • Manage Month-End Processes. Coordinate and lead the monthly closing processes, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the deliverables.
  • Governance and Reporting, ensuring maintenance.
  • Oversee Cashflow Forecasting. Maintaining oversight of the company’s cash flow position.
  • Manage Treasury and Tax Requirements

  
About You

This role is ideal for an experienced Head of Finance, Financial Controller, or CFO with a strong background in managing finance teams and complex financial operations.

To Apply

Please get in touch with Sarah Bailey at Hunter Campbell at sarahb@huntercampbell.co.nz or call 0274 990 444.

  • 6-month contract
  • Service sector - solid footprint across New Zealand
  • Impressive finance team

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Commercial Finance Manager

12 / 11 / 2024

  • Auckland
  • Part-time
  • Accountant - Chartered / CPA / Accounting

Description

The Company:

Nodi Handmade Rugs and Carpet is a leading NZ premium design and manufacturing brand specializing in naturally sourced, handcrafted rugs and carpets. Their mission is to enrich and elevate people’s lives by creating a natural place of connection between people and their everyday living and working environments. With ambitious growth plans over the next five years, Nodi are looking for a dynamic Commercial Finance Manager to join the team and play a critical role in achieving business goals

The Role:

The Commercial Finance Manager will play a key role in providing strategic and commercial guidance to the CEO and Leadership Team. You will actively support strategic and significant operational decisions, improve financial performance, and drive a culture of accountability and continuous evaluation of short and long-term objectives. This role will be on a part-times basis, around 20-30 hours per week.

This is a sole charge role and key responsibilities include:

  • Providing strategic direction and commercial advice to support significant operational decisions.
  • Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for the CEO and Leadership Team.
  • Drive the annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes.
  • Liaise with tax advisors on annual accounts.
  • Forecast short and long-term cash flow needs.
  • Deliver improved sales, margin, and operational reporting.
  • Develop KPI reporting at both functional and company levels.
  • Build spreadsheet models for sales, operational planning, and strategic price modeling.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and cost efficiency.
  • Undertake financial modeling and analysis of new opportunities.
  • Process accounts payable and receivable invoices, credit card statements, and payroll.
  • Assist the CEO with planning processes and other projects as required.

About You:

The successful candidate will be passionate, ambitious and eager to grow with the business and support them during their growth journey. You will possess excellent communication skills and be a highly collaborative team player. In return you will be part of a close-knit team, working for an authentic brand.

To be considered for this position, submit your CV by following the link below. For a confidential discussion please call Katie Kelly on 021 418 585 or email katiek@huntercampbell.co.nz

  • Located in unique Ponsonby offices
  • 20-30 hours per week
  • Play a key role in the companies growth plans

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