Lead FP&A functions
Ensure financial sustainability
Build team capability

About the Role

Working within a complex infrastructure portfolio, you will provide strategic financial leadership, commercial insight, and expert business partnering to support informed decision-making and the long-term financial sustainability of the business.

You will work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to drive financial performance, support investment decisions, and lead a high-performing finance team that delivers value across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of high-quality financial planning, reporting, forecasting, and analysis.
Provide strategic financial, commercial, and investment advice to senior leaders and key stakeholders.
Support investment initiatives across the full lifecycle, from concept development and business case preparation through to delivery and benefits realisation.
Deliver financial modelling, costing, and insights to support strategic and operational decision-making.
Advise on funding, resource allocation, and investment priorities.
Identify, assess, and manage financial and commercial risks while maintaining strong financial governance.
Drive value-for-money initiatives and cost optimisation strategies that improve business performance and service delivery outcomes.
Champion continuous improvement and innovation across financial management practices.
Build financial capability and commercial acumen across the portfolio.
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be a commercially astute finance leader with strong business partnering skills and a proven ability to influence strategic decisions in a complex environment.

You will bring:

CA ANZ membership or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
Significant experience in a financial leadership role within a complex operational, infrastructure, or commercial environment.
Strong expertise in financial planning and analysis, management reporting, investment evaluation, financial modelling and governance.
A track record of partnering with senior leaders to influence business outcomes and support strategic decision-making.
Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear insights.
A proactive approach with a passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and the desire to add value.
Any experience in government will also be viewed favourably.

In return this is a great commercially focussed role where your ability to be a trusted advisor and partner with the business will make a difference!

To apply, you must be a New Zealand citizen or have New Zealand Permanent Residency.

APPLY: www.jacksonstone.co.nz
REFERENCE: BH-11860

FURTHER ENQUIRIES: Tracy Szeto on 021 442 039 or Kendall Bushby on 027 332 7896