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Wellington
Competitive salary + Kiwisaver + 1 day WFH
An international practice of award-winning designers and architects
Flexible, open and social work environment
About the role:
We seek an energetic detail-oriented Finance/Projects' Business Partner to join our Operations team in Wellington.
This is an exciting opportunity to partner with key leadership supporting Principals and Project Leads through managing, planning, coordinating and organising business-related functions of an architectural project. You will learn and review our practices and processes with a continuous improvement lens and, in conjunction with the Operations Manager, implement a strategy to bring best practice project management knowledge and skills to the firm. You will work with a fun, collaborative, supportive team in this role.
Please note: We are open to candidates seeking part time or flexible hours, and are happy to discuss what could work best for the right person.
You will be responsible for:
Overseeing project controls effectiveness and working closely with project leads to create and maintain project plans for effective resourcing
Supporting the project leads in the management of our projects financial risks, monitoring and advising on project trends and requirements
Scheduling and attending regular project review sessions to review projects with Project Principals/Leads
Ensuring accurate information regarding time and revenue is associated with the correct phase in the correct project
Developing knowledge regarding unique project fee structures and creating of project invoices
Forecast updates and cashflow management, including for our sub-consultants.
Support the development of best practice project management in our Studios
What experience/skills you will have:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or other work-related degree or equivalent experience preferred
3-5 years of finance/project management/project accounting experience preferably in a large corporate
Exposure to accrual accounting methodology and a firm understanding of project financial systems
Good numerical and analytical abilities, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong communication/influencing skills with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work with initiative and communicate clear and concise data to cross functional teams
Experience and knowledge working in a construction industry or professional services organisation preferred
Benefits:
We support the development of all our team through mentoring, Career Conversations twice a year, on-the-job training and formal training in both technical and soft skills.
Our active social culture includes sports teams, Friday drinks and plenty of other opportunities to get to know your colleagues. We offer plenty of scope for flexible and remote working, so our people can pursue their passions, raise families, and still advance their careers. We support our new parents by paying primary caregivers' three months' full salary and Kiwisaver/Superannuation contributions while on parental leave, with partners receiving 2 weeks' paid leave. We offer discounted medical insurance and have an employee assistance programme if you or your family are experiencing difficulty. We also acknowledge loyalty through our long-service award programme, plus all the little things - great coffee, fresh fruit, morning and afternoon snacks - that perk up your day.
A better future with Warren and Mahoney
At Warren and Mahoney, we believe everything is possible. 67 years of expertise has taught us that nothing great is made alone. Design isn't a process - it's a partnership and the best way to work is to work together.
Within our practice, we have deep expertise, a commitment to collaboration and a love of design. With a team of 300, our multidisciplinary teams work together across our seven Australasian locations with a strong culture of creativity and innovation. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive studio cultures and the variety of opportunities for our team to continually build new skills and gain experience.
Please visit our website www.wam.studio to find out more about our organisation and view our portfolio of work.
How to apply
If this sounds like you, please submit an online application with your CV.
Our hiring team will be reviewing all applications over the next couple of weeks and will let you know of the outcome accordingly.
Don't meet every single requirement? At Warren and Mahoney, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Please let us know if you need any adjustments throughout the application or interview process. We also encourage expressions of interest from applicants interested in discussing flexible work options. In your application, feel free to let us know what your pronouns are (for example, she/her, he/him, they/them etc).
Please note:
We are unable to consider applications from candidates that do not currently have the right to live and work in New Zealand. To be legally entitled to work in New Zealand, you should be a citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid work visa.
We take your privacy seriously at Warren and Mahoney. As Warren and Mahoney operates in both New Zealand and Australia, we are bound by, and act in accordance with, both the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and the Australian Privacy Act 1988. For more information, please refer to our Privacy Statement which is available on our website Warren & Mahoney Architects | Warren and Mahoney (wam.studio).
www.wam.studio/careers
Wellington
Competitive salary + Kiwisaver + 1 day WFH
An international practice of award-winning designers and architects
Flexible, open and social work environment
About the role:
We seek an energetic detail-oriented Finance/Projects' Business Partner to join our Operations team in Wellington.
This is an exciting opportunity to partner with key leadership supporting Principals and Project Leads through managing, planning, coordinating and organising business-related functions of an architectural project. You will learn and review our practices and processes with a continuous improvement lens and, in conjunction with the Operations Manager, implement a strategy to bring best practice project management knowledge and skills to the firm. You will work with a fun, collaborative, supportive team in this role.
Please note: We are open to candidates seeking part time or flexible hours, and are happy to discuss what could work best for the right person.
You will be responsible for:
Overseeing project controls effectiveness and working closely with project leads to create and maintain project plans for effective resourcing
Supporting the project leads in the management of our projects financial risks, monitoring and advising on project trends and requirements
Scheduling and attending regular project review sessions to review projects with Project Principals/Leads
Ensuring accurate information regarding time and revenue is associated with the correct phase in the correct project
Developing knowledge regarding unique project fee structures and creating of project invoices
Forecast updates and cashflow management, including for our sub-consultants.
Support the development of best practice project management in our Studios
What experience/skills you will have:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or other work-related degree or equivalent experience preferred
3-5 years of finance/project management/project accounting experience preferably in a large corporate
Exposure to accrual accounting methodology and a firm understanding of project financial systems
Good numerical and analytical abilities, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong communication/influencing skills with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work with initiative and communicate clear and concise data to cross functional teams
Experience and knowledge working in a construction industry or professional services organisation preferred
Benefits:
We support the development of all our team through mentoring, Career Conversations twice a year, on-the-job training and formal training in both technical and soft skills.
Our active social culture includes sports teams, Friday drinks and plenty of other opportunities to get to know your colleagues. We offer plenty of scope for flexible and remote working, so our people can pursue their passions, raise families, and still advance their careers. We support our new parents by paying primary caregivers' three months' full salary and Kiwisaver/Superannuation contributions while on parental leave, with partners receiving 2 weeks' paid leave. We offer discounted medical insurance and have an employee assistance programme if you or your family are experiencing difficulty. We also acknowledge loyalty through our long-service award programme, plus all the little things - great coffee, fresh fruit, morning and afternoon snacks - that perk up your day.
A better future with Warren and Mahoney
At Warren and Mahoney, we believe everything is possible. 67 years of expertise has taught us that nothing great is made alone. Design isn't a process - it's a partnership and the best way to work is to work together.
Within our practice, we have deep expertise, a commitment to collaboration and a love of design. With a team of 300, our multidisciplinary teams work together across our seven Australasian locations with a strong culture of creativity and innovation. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive studio cultures and the variety of opportunities for our team to continually build new skills and gain experience.
Please visit our website www.wam.studio to find out more about our organisation and view our portfolio of work.
How to apply
If this sounds like you, please submit an online application with your CV.
Our hiring team will be reviewing all applications over the next couple of weeks and will let you know of the outcome accordingly.
Don't meet every single requirement? At Warren and Mahoney, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Please let us know if you need any adjustments throughout the application or interview process. We also encourage expressions of interest from applicants interested in discussing flexible work options. In your application, feel free to let us know what your pronouns are (for example, she/her, he/him, they/them etc).
Please note:
We are unable to consider applications from candidates that do not currently have the right to live and work in New Zealand. To be legally entitled to work in New Zealand, you should be a citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid work visa.
We take your privacy seriously at Warren and Mahoney. As Warren and Mahoney operates in both New Zealand and Australia, we are bound by, and act in accordance with, both the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and the Australian Privacy Act 1988. For more information, please refer to our Privacy Statement which is available on our website Warren & Mahoney Architects | Warren and Mahoney (wam.studio).
www.wam.studio/careers
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Finance/Projects Business Partner position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal 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 Legal Jobs is a plus.
