Stuff Looking for Head of Finance at Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

Stuff Digital is seeking an accomplished finance professional to lead and manage its financial operations, ensuring the organisation remains at the forefront of digital media transformation. This is a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including reporting, accounting & tax, compliance, transactional processing, and budgeting.

As part of the Stuff Digital Leadership Team, the Head of Finance will provide strategic financial insight, drive automation and innovation, and ensure robust financial controls are in place. The ideal candidate will have exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for leveraging technology to streamline and enhance financial processes. The candidate will need to demonstrate an appetite to fulfil a hands on and demanding role.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review accurate and timely financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, including tax compliance.
• Implement automation tools to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Strengthen internal controls, using AI-driven compliance tracking tools to manage reporting requirements.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, consolidating reports and leveraging automation to improve efficiency.
• Deliver data-driven insights in all executive reports, supporting strategic decision-making.
• Develop a standard suite of automated reports to enhance operational and financial oversight.
• Champion the adoption of innovative finance technologies, including AI analytics and cloud-based solutions.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and enhance financial support across the organisation.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, ensuring clear performance expectations and regular appraisals.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment across the Stuff Group.
• Take accountability for personal and professional development, encouraging a strong and effective team culture.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CA qualification preferred.
• Extensive experience in financial leadership within the media industry.
• Strong understanding of digital finance transformation, AI and automation tools, and ERP systems.
• Proven ability to drive efficiency through technology in financial operations.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with excellent stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Proactive and forward-thinking in identifying financial opportunities and challenges.
• Detail-oriented and highly organised, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
• A strong advocate for digital transformation and continuous improvement.
• A resilient leader who inspires teams to deliver outstanding results.

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of finance within a leading digital organisation. If you have the expertise, leadership skills, and passion for financial innovation, we invite you to apply.

Think you can do the job? Then apply now and start your journey with Stuff today.

Ka oti rānei i a koe tēnei mahi? Kāti, tono mai ināianei kia tīmata ai tō haerenga me Stuff i tēnei rā.

Stuff champions inclusion. Be it gender, ethnicity, beliefs, abilities or experiences – we know that diversity brings another lens through which we all learn, connect and grow.

E kōkiri nei a Stuff i te whāinga kia whai wāhi ai te katoa. Hāunga te ira, te iwi, ngā whakapono, ngā āheinga, ngā wheako rānei o te tangata – e mōhio nei tātou mā te kanorau e whai tirohanga hou ai, e ako ai, e tūhono ai, e whanake anō ai tātou katoa.

As we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities in New Zealand, we will always invite and encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, disabilities and ages. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

Nā runga i tā mātou ū ki tētahi taiao mahi e whakaatu ana i te kanorau o ngā hapori i Aotearoa, i te ao, i te pō, ka pōhiringia, ka ākina anō ngā tono mahi a te marea whānui, hāunga te ira, te iwi, te hauātanga, te pakeke rānei. E ū nei mātou ki te whai kia wātea ai ā mātou ara whai mahi ki te katoa i runga i te mana taurite.

Disclaimer: Stuff does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Stuff is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.