Group Financial Controller

About the Company

Mondiale VGL is a globally respected transport and logistics firm with origins in Oceania and presence in 19 countries. With over four decades of experience, they facilitate the movement of freight and career growth across regions including New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Europe, and the USA. Their comprehensive logistics portfolio includes sea and air freight, import/export management, wharf transport, customs clearance, and warehousing services. Employing more than 1,500 individuals, they empower businesses to optimize cross-border operations and supply chains.

Role Overview

This pivotal role as Group Financial Controller involves full accountability for financial control, consolidation, reporting, and compliance within a complex multinational organization. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, you will manage consolidated group reporting across roughly 30 entities, closely collaborating with regional finance teams and executive leadership to ensure financial accuracy, integrity, and enhanced governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly group consolidation and financial reporting processes spanning multiple geographic regions.
• Prepare and present financial statements and performance reports for the Board and shareholders.
• Review and critically assess monthly close activities with global finance teams.
• Prepare IFRS-compliant consolidation adjustments and coordinate the publication of financial statements.
• Maintain awareness and compliance with evolving accounting standards, policies, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the annual budget formulation and oversee year-end audits alongside statutory reporting activities.
• Support group finance initiatives including mergers and acquisitions, system integrations, and financial systems enhancements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members within the group financial reporting function.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified CA, CPA, or equivalent professional accounting certification.
• Six to ten years of progressive finance experience, notably in group consolidation financial management.
• In-depth technical expertise in IFRS and consolidation accounting principles.
• Proven track record managing complex monthly and annual financial closing and reporting cycles.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills at senior levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong aptitude with financial systems.
• Commercially minded with strong analytical capabilities and a continuous improvement focus.
• Experience from a Big Four accounting firm is advantageous.

What is Offered

• Competitive salary package including performance-based at-risk components.
• Opportunity for significant influence and ownership at senior executive level.
• Supportive team environment with extensive career development opportunities.

Additional Information

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, residents, or possess a valid visa permitting work in New Zealand. References will be requested later in the recruitment process and should not be submitted with initial applications.