Finance Manager

Full job description
Posted: 14/07/2025
Closing Date: 28/07/2025
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Auckland
Job Category: Accounting
Mō mātou | About us

Tāmaki Paenga Hira: Tui tui hono tangata, whenua me te moana.

Auckland War Memorial Museum: Connecting through sharing stories of people, lands and seas

Auckland Museum is a much-loved culture and heritage organisation at the heart of Auckland's identity, committed to outstanding management of its world-class collections, developing and sharing engaging content through its galleries, exhibition, events, educational programmes and the permanent and volunteer staff who tell the Museum's stories. We are Auckland's home of commemoration as well as the country’s oldest research institution and a major tourist destination.

Job Description
Mō te tūranga | About the role

As our Finance Manager, you’ll play a pivotal leadership role in managing the Museum’s financial operations and planning processes. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you’ll lead a team responsible for financial and management accounting, ensure accurate and timely reporting, oversee forecasting and budgeting, and help drive business analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making. You will build strong partnerships across the organisation, contributing to income generation, resource optimisation and operational direction. This role also oversees key accounting systems and supports process improvement initiatives, while ensuring statutory and compliance requirements are met.

Desired Skills and Experience


Ō pūmanawa | What you will bring

Qualifications and Experience

Chartered Accountant qualification (CAANZ or equivalent)
Over 5 years of experience managing financial operations, producing accurate financial statements, and delivering reports to support strategic decision-making
Key Skills and Competencies:

Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Exceptional ability to analyze financial data, interpret trends, and evaluate organizational performance to inform strategic decisions
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in financial and accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools. Knowledge of automation trends and adaptability to emerging financial technologies
Problem-Solving and Adaptability: Skilled in resolving financial discrepancies and addressing unexpected challenges while maintaining operational efficiency
Attention to Detail and Organization: Meticulous in managing budgets and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Strong organizational skills to handle multiple priorities effectively
Leadership and Team Management: Proven experience in leading and managing teams, fostering cross-functional relationships, and providing financial thought leadership to support executive decision-making
Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial systems for robust data analysis and reporting
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

Flexible work arrangements to enhance your work and home life.
Option to purchase additional annual leave
An award-winning wellbeing programme including free membership with Boost app and Myeveryday wellbeing.
An active social club which is part of the fabric of Museum life
Life insurance from your first day and discounted Health Insurance
Free Museum membership and other staff
Discounted onsite parking
Accredited by Rainbow tick
Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.

Tono mai i tēnei rā! | Apply today!

Closing Date: Monday 28 July 2025. Interviews may commence interviews prior to this date.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position. Click here to view the full position description or select the apply button to view if on the seek platform.

Auckland Museum offers a rich and fulfilling work life where we embrace diversity and nurture our bicultural capability as demonstrated in our Teu le Va and He Korahi Maori strategies. We also offer a range of great benefits such as flexible work and leave and an award-winning wellbeing programme.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to be part of a fabulous New Zealand organisation committed to telling our national and Auckland stories, reflecting our unique place in the South Pacific.

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