Finance Manager - Manufacturing Sector

Role Overview

We are looking for a strategic financial leader experienced in cost management and process transformation to take charge as a Finance Manager at a manufacturing plant. This role will oversee comprehensive financial and accounting operations, including budget administration, tax adherence, financial risk oversight, and instilling stringent cost control measures throughout business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end accounting processes including General Ledger management, cost accounting, and monthly closures, ensuring complete accuracy of financial data.
• Develop, refine, and uphold financial systems and internal controls compliant with both the corporate group's standards and New Zealand legislation.
• Guarantee compliance with New Zealand tax requirements, manage cash flow diligently, and supervise bank reconciliations.
• Lead the annual budgeting cycle and deliver analytical reports on budget variances to support leadership decisions.
• Collaborate closely with production and sales units to promote cost-saving initiatives and continuously improve cost management frameworks.
• Maintain productive working relationships with external auditors (notably Deloitte), banking institutions (such as BOC, ICBC, Citi, HSBC), and applicable regulatory bodies.
• Drive financial digitalization efforts by introducing and managing IT solutions like SAP or U9 to enhance automation and reduce manual tasks.

Required Qualifications and Expertise

• 5 to 7+ years of advancing finance experience, with at least 2 years working within New Zealand.
• Significant knowledge and experience within large-scale manufacturing environments, preferably FMCG, food, or dairy sectors.
• Expertise in cost accounting and cost reduction strategies, especially proficient with Cost Modules.
• Familiarity with finance-related software such as Express, U9, or SAP, including leadership experience in system implementations.
• A bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and recognized professional accounting certifications.

Languages and Interpersonal Skills

• Proficiency in English is essential; fluency in Mandarin is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Strong decision-making capacity, excellent communication skills, high accountability, and resilience under pressure.
• A forward-thinking approach to identifying inefficiencies and implementing technical or digital improvements.

Additional Information

Randstad is committed to providing equal opportunity employment and values diversity. Applications from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged.