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Have you ever wanted a career with purpose?
Every day, in every way, we bring real heart to work. It’s what drives us to deliver our refreshingly different commitment to supporting the people who make a real difference in enriching the lives of our society’s most vulnerable. In New Zealand, we are making a difference through our 40 care homes and 35 retirement villages. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture where you can make a difference while growing your career. It’s a big call. But imagine the impact you could make.
Our current Finance Operations Team Lead is embarking on an exciting internal secondment with our Transformation team and we now have an opportunity for an experienced finance team leader to join us on a fixed-term basis.
About the role
Lead a team of onshore Finance Operations Officers responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Banking reconciliation activities.
Work collaboratively with our off- shore partner to ensure effective and efficient delivery of business outcomes.
Ensure effective workflow management
Undertake regular coaching and feedback conversations with the team
Organise training sessions for cross functional upskilling to support an agile, responsive and flexible team
Undertake daily review and monitoring of key performance metrics, supporting the team to meet targets.
Undertake regular review and monitoring of Standard Operating Procedures and record updates of improvements implemented
Promote a continuous improvement culture whilst identifying improvement opportunities including systems enhancements.
Build internal and external stakeholder relationships.
Resolve complex queries, exceptions and escalations
Payment Approvals based on authority levels
Debtors and revenue analysis, debt reduction
Collaborate with Business Improvement Lead for implementing process improvements
Collaborate closely with the Finance Operations Manager to ensure consistent processes are applied and adhered to
About You
Proven team leadership experience
Existing subject matter expertise of Finance Operations in a high-volume, complex environment.
Extensive experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Payable & Banking Reconciliation processes.
Experience in working autonomously and be a self- starter.
In-depth understanding of system and software applications for Receivables/ Billing/ Payables/ Bank Reconciliation.
Strong customer focus.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience in managing offshore business partner relationships would be useful
Extra Reasons to Belong
Fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance to our eligible permanent NZ employees and a discount on insurance cover for eligible family members.
Wellbeing discounts and advice, EAP counselling services, study support, and cultural leave.
Paid parental leave - in addition to standard parental leave, Bupa offers 12 weeks of paid leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.
Professional Development – in-house and external training and development.
Industry-competitive remuneration and benefits, and internal reward and recognition programmes.
No matter who you are or where you come from, we encourage you to ‘Be You at Bupa.’
An accredited employer with Immigration NZ that values its diverse employees.
Have you ever wanted a career with purpose?
Every day, in every way, we bring real heart to work. It’s what drives us to deliver our refreshingly different commitment to supporting the people who make a real difference in enriching the lives of our society’s most vulnerable. In New Zealand, we are making a difference through our 40 care homes and 35 retirement villages. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture where you can make a difference while growing your career. It’s a big call. But imagine the impact you could make.
Our current Finance Operations Team Lead is embarking on an exciting internal secondment with our Transformation team and we now have an opportunity for an experienced finance team leader to join us on a fixed-term basis.
About the role
Lead a team of onshore Finance Operations Officers responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Banking reconciliation activities.
Work collaboratively with our off- shore partner to ensure effective and efficient delivery of business outcomes.
Ensure effective workflow management
Undertake regular coaching and feedback conversations with the team
Organise training sessions for cross functional upskilling to support an agile, responsive and flexible team
Undertake daily review and monitoring of key performance metrics, supporting the team to meet targets.
Undertake regular review and monitoring of Standard Operating Procedures and record updates of improvements implemented
Promote a continuous improvement culture whilst identifying improvement opportunities including systems enhancements.
Build internal and external stakeholder relationships.
Resolve complex queries, exceptions and escalations
Payment Approvals based on authority levels
Debtors and revenue analysis, debt reduction
Collaborate with Business Improvement Lead for implementing process improvements
Collaborate closely with the Finance Operations Manager to ensure consistent processes are applied and adhered to
About You
Proven team leadership experience
Existing subject matter expertise of Finance Operations in a high-volume, complex environment.
Extensive experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Payable & Banking Reconciliation processes.
Experience in working autonomously and be a self- starter.
In-depth understanding of system and software applications for Receivables/ Billing/ Payables/ Bank Reconciliation.
Strong customer focus.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience in managing offshore business partner relationships would be useful
Extra Reasons to Belong
Fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance to our eligible permanent NZ employees and a discount on insurance cover for eligible family members.
Wellbeing discounts and advice, EAP counselling services, study support, and cultural leave.
Paid parental leave - in addition to standard parental leave, Bupa offers 12 weeks of paid leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.
Professional Development – in-house and external training and development.
Industry-competitive remuneration and benefits, and internal reward and recognition programmes.
No matter who you are or where you come from, we encourage you to ‘Be You at Bupa.’
An accredited employer with Immigration NZ that values its diverse employees.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Finance Operations Team Lead (Acting) position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.