Sky New Zealand Looking for FP&A Analyst at Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

Location: Auckland

Job Category: Accounting

Job Description

KO WAI MĀTOU I ABOUT SKY 

Welcome to Rangiata | Sky, the ultimate entertainment destination that connects Kiwis to the stories and sport they love, in ways tailored just for them. Our Sky crew work tirelessly to ensure we are Aotearoa’s most engaging and essential media company.

We’re incredibly proud of our achievements, but that doesn’t mean we’re satisfied. As innovators, we constantly challenge ourselves to redefine boundaries and adapt to the ever-changing marketplace. 

Come be your authentic self at Sky, where we actively listen and adapt to create shared experiences that excite both our customers and our crew. 

Te Tūranga i The Role

As an FP&A Analyst at Sky, you’ll play a key role in financial planning, reporting and analysis all in support of key decision-making. You’ll provide essential financial insights, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and consolidation of reporting that brings to life the financial story via insightful commentary. Your strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to transform complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations will be critical to your success.

This role requires not only your technical expertise but also strong business acumen, effective communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will work closely with the Finance team and stakeholders across the business to improve financial visibility to support Sky’s long-term growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Financial Planning & Forecasting: Assist with preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans aligned with Sky’s objectives. Perform detailed variance analysis and collaborate with business units to align financial forecasts with operational plans.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Prepare regular financial reports, offering key insights and recommendations. Analyse financial performance, identify improvement areas, and develop management reporting tools to support decision-making.
• Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with business leaders, providing financial insights and translating complex data into clear recommendations. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between financial goals and business strategy.
• Process Improvement & Systems Optimisation: Identify opportunities to streamline budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Support the implementation and enhancement of financial planning systems, leveraging automation tools to improve efficiency.
• Strategic & Commercial Insights: Provide data-driven insights to support strategic planning. Analyse market trends, competitor financials, and economic conditions to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for internal performance management and external announcements.

NGĀ PŪKENGA ME NGĀ WHEAKO I WHAT YOU WILL BRING 

• CA qualified
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Strong understanding of financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis
• Experience in FP&A and finance transformation
• Ideally familiarity with FP&A tools such as Anaplan or similar

If you’re ready to take the next step in your FP&A career, apply now and be part of a team that thrives on innovation and performance!

KO NGĀ HUANGA I WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Discounted Southern Cross health insurance
• Discounted Gym Membership at the YMCA 
• Free parking onsite (Mt Wellington office)
• Amazing career development opportunities
• Free Sky, Sky Sport Now and Neon

Me Pēhea Te Tono i How To Apply 

If this opportunity excites you and you want to join us in sharing stories, possibilities, and joy, apply online today. Please note that you must have the right to work in New Zealand or hold a valid work visa for at least 12 months from joining Sky.

At Sky, we understand that conventional recruitment processes may limit some individuals. That’s why we strive to support all candidates, offering reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you need any accommodations, please reach out to us at Sky jobs, [email protected] .

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, we proudly champion inclusivity and diversity as our core values, and we are open to applicants of all gender identities to feel welcomed and supported during the application process. We have included a “Diverse” category for those who identify as non-binary, genderqueer, genderfluid, or any other gender identity outside the binary system of male/female.