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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end finance functions, including multi-currency accounting, financial reporting, and compliance across international entities. Proficient in developing financial forecasts and providing commercial insights to support decision-making.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Financial Controller ExperienceMulti-Currency AccountingXero Accounting Software ProficiencyFinancial Reporting and AnalysisCA, CPA, or Equivalent Qualification
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
General Ledger ManagementAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableBank ReconciliationsMonth-End ClosingBudgetingForecastingCash Flow ManagementIntercompany AccountingFinancial Risk Monitoring
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsIntegrityConfidentialityIndependence
Tools & Technologies
Xero Accounting SoftwareFinancial Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
CACPAProfessional Accounting Qualification
Industry Keywords
International AccountingMulti-Entity AccountingImport/ExportLogisticsDistributionManufacturingFast-Growing SME Businesses
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage the end-to-end finance function across international entities, including New Zealand and USA operations
- Oversee accounting activities including general ledger, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and month-end close
- Prepare management accounts, financial reports, and performance analysis
- Manage multi-currency transactions, intercompany accounting, and FX exposure
- Develop financial forecasts, budgets, and cash flow projections
- Monitor working capital, margins, profitability, and financial risks
- Partner with Directors and operational teams to provide commercial insights and decision support
- Work with external accountants to ensure accurate reporting and compliance
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive financial and commercial information
Requirements
What you’ll need- Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar senior finance role
- Exposure to New Zealand, USA, Singapore, or other international accounting environments is highly desirable
- CA, CPA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification preferred
- Experience in international trading, import/export, logistics, distribution, manufacturing, international services, or fast-growing SME businesses preferred
- Experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting, including intercompany transactions and FX exposure
- Strong hands-on experience managing end-to-end accounting functions, including GL, AP/AR, reconciliations, and month-end closing
- Comprehensive knowledge of financial reporting, management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Proficiency in Xero accounting software and financial systems
- Excellent analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently
- Highly trustworthy and discreet, with strong integrity and the ability to handle confidential information professionally
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
- Confidence providing recommendations to business leaders
Benefits
Comp & perks- Work-from-home arrangement
- Monday to Friday schedule
- Observes New Zealand holidays
