Group Finance Manager

Job Title: Group Finance Manager Company: Gentrack Ltd (Global) SAP Module: SAP FICO Roles & Responsibilities: Department: Finance The Opportunity As the Group Finance Manager reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the Global financial operations while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and accounting for the Gentrack Group. Your responsibilities will extend to project accounting, revenue recognition, and management of the billing process and cash collection. Leading a team of financial accountants and transactional team, you will be instrumental in compliance with IFRS and corporate policy, preparation and interpretation of monthly management accounts, group consolidation, and the preparation and filing of tax returns and statutory accounts. Beyond operational tasks, you will contribute to leadership initiatives, driving change management, and focusing on continuous improvement to enhance overall efficiency within the team. Your Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting * Ensure compliance with IFRS, corporate policies and statutory reporting requirements. * Lead the preparation and review of monthly Group consolidated accounts, annual reports and management reporting. * Oversee accounting for revenue, leases, incentives (e.g. ESOP) and other key technical accounting areas. * Maintain the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of the Group's financial reporting processes. Audit, Controls & Risk Management * Serve as key contact for the Group Auditors, and key partner to Audit and Reporting Manager for all Local Auditors ensuring timely and successful completion of annual audits. * Develop, maintain and monitor effective internal controls across the finance function. * Perform reviews of key revenue and financial processes to ensure compliance and control effectiveness. * Support the identification, assessment and management of financial and operational risks. * Lead the global transactional finance function, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Financial Reporting. * Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability and accuracy across finance operations. * Manage relationships with external accountants and service providers across multiple jurisdictions. * Ensure global compliance obligations, including GST, VAT, FBT and other statutory filings, are met. * Oversee treasury activities, including cash forecasting, banking operations and working capital management. * Support billing, collections and payment processes to optimise cash flow and maximise returns on excess funds. * Manage global banking relationships, access controls and banking requirements. Leadership & Team Development * Lead, coach and develop a high-performing global finance team. * Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and professional development. * Ensure effective compliance with finance policies, procedures and governance frameworks. Interested? If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please click on the “Apply” button to submit your application. Work Location: Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Availability: Full time

* Minimum of 10 years of accountancy and people management experience. * Familiarity with public company compliance and governance, demonstrating a track record of adherence to regulatory standards. * Experience in technology or professional services organizations with knowledge of revenue and lease accounting practices. * Proven experience in managing finances for multi-divisional international businesses. * Global Payroll knowledge, including expertise in international payroll processes. * Up-to-date knowledge of best practices in accounting. * Advanced proficiency in Excel. * AI fluency with the ability to use AI-enabled tools to improve financial analysis, reporting, controls and process efficiency. Key Skills: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Salary: Not disclosed