Finance Manger

Senior Leadership Team opportunity

Lead with integrity. Drive excellence. Be part of something bigger.

Polished HR is proud to be partnering with a well-established, privately owned New Zealand business to recruit an exceptional Finance Manager for a key Senior Leadership Team position.

Our client has built an outstanding reputation through decades of delivering high-quality services, fostering long-term client relationships, and investing in their people.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking more than just managing the numbers. We're looking for a strategic leader who will play a pivotal role in driving business performance, supporting operational excellence, and contributing to the continued success of a respected and growing organisation.

About the role

Based in Tauranga, this Senior Leadership role sits within a business operating across the North Island, employing approximately 100 permanent staff, increasing to around 200 during peak project periods.

Reporting to the Directors, you'll lead the finance function while providing strategic financial leadership, commercial insight, and strong governance across the business. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll influence business performance and support continued growth within a dynamic, project-driven environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead all financial operations, reporting, and compliance
• Prepare monthly management reports, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis
• Provide commercial advice and strategic financial insights to the leadership team
• Manage financial controls, risk, and corporate governance
• Oversee payroll, accounts, taxation, and statutory reporting
• Drive continuous improvement across financial systems and processes
• Support business growth through sound financial planning and decision-making
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

About you

You're a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical capability with strategic thinking and excellent interpersonal skills.

You'll bring:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification or equivalent
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance leadership position
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• The ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organisation
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

This role is ideal for an experienced leader or for someone ready to take the next step in their leadership journey, stepping into a senior leadership position with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What's on offer

Our client offers the opportunity to become part of a respected leadership team within a stable and successful business that genuinely values its people.

You'll enjoy:

• A genuine seat at the leadership table
• The opportunity to influence business strategy and future growth
• A supportive, professional culture built on trust, respect, and collaboration
• Working alongside experienced leaders committed to excellence
• A well-established organisation with a strong reputation in its industry
• Competitive remuneration aligned with your experience and contribution
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a business with exciting long-term prospects

If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where your commercial expertise and strategic input will make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, contact Blair at Polished HR on [027 626 5332](tel:027 626 5332).