Financial Reporting Manager

You will be a trusted advisor and partner with Project Managers and delivery teams to ensure commercial outcomes are achieved while driving process and system improvements to ensure delivery of accurate and timely financial results.

About the role

This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer, in Wellington (preference) or Hamilton based and is a combination of both Management Accounting and Financial Accounting.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensuring financial integrity through reconciliations
• Executing and completing month-end processes and generating insightful reports
• Assisting in budget preparation and forecasting
• Support Project Managers in commercial aspects of contract management and project delivery
• Supporting the transactional areas of the business (AP and AR) in delivering their day-to-day responsibilities.
• Fixed assets accounting (tangible and intangible), including additions, disposals and depreciation
• Working on projects with the CFO to improve the financial performance of the Group
• Reviewing and allocating costs to specific projects and ensuring accurate project accounting, along with ensuring correct treatment of revenue recognition.
• Drive and enhance system integrity through enhancements and process documentation
• Establishing and monitoring internal controls to ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Utilising technology to streamline financial processes while driving use of data analytical tools for financial analysis and reporting

Skills and experience

This is a busy hands-on role within a small finance team and to succeed in this role, you will be proactive and have the skills to work with people across the business.

You will also have the following:

• Hold a relevant accounting qualification and NZICA CA/CPA membership, or equivalent
• A minimum of five years of accounting experience in commercial, construction, or contracting environment; experience in the energy industry is advantageous but not required
• Proven financial management experience with a deep understanding of both financial and management accounting.
• Be proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office programs
• Have experience with ERP/MRP systems, MYOB Advanced would be an advantage
• Proven ability to build relationships and engage with stakeholders in the business
• Strong attention to detail, time management and problem-solving skills
• Hold self and others accountable for required work output and standards
• Demonstrate a broad understanding of financial management principles

About the business

NewPower Energy Services Ltd (NewPower) and sister company Infratec NZ Ltd design, build, and commission world class renewable energy projects. Our mission is to deliver innovative solutions to provide economic, environmental, and social value to customers, communities, and our shareholders, both now and for the future.

We prioritise diversity and inclusivity in our recruitment process and offer a supportive environment to work in, along with a range of great employee benefits.

How to apply

Our positive and solutions focused culture is super important to us, which is why when we recruit, skill and talent is always considered alongside culture fit. We believe in what we do, and we love what we do.

Please review the position description for more details by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://www.wel.co.nz/media/bniluwbf/pd-financial-reporting-manager-april-2025.pdf

For more details and if this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, apply now with your CV and a cover letter telling us why!

Applications will be screened as they arrive, and we may move quickly to interview.

WEL offers a competitive package and a supportive working environment. If you feel this position is a good fit for your skills and experience, please submit an online application.