<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p><br />Well-established financial services organisation is kicking off a stream of work focused on financial calculations, reporting logic and product behaviour. They're looking for a hands-on Senior Business Analyst who's comfortable getting close to the numbers and collaborating directly with Finance, Product, Technology and auditors. </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>The Role</strong></span></p><p><br />This company is looking for a Senior Business Analyst to take ownership of a confidential, high-priority project involving complex system analysis and financial data investigation.<br />This role requires someone who can make sense of ambiguity, and drive outcomes without needing handholding. It's not a "write user stories and sit back" environment and not a documentation-only role, this is hands-on analysis, problem solving and resolving complex calculation logic within financial systems.</p><p><br />What you'll be doing</p><ul><li>Diving into complex system logic to understand how financial outputs are generated</li><li>Analysing detailed financial data, variances, and calculation pathways</li><li>Working directly with Finance, Technology and SMEs to identify gaps, defects, or logic issues</li><li>Distilling findings into clear insights and next steps</li><li>Providing recommendations for remediation, system updates or business rule changes</li><li>Owning your workstream end-to-end - no spoon-feeding, no layers of governance slowing you down</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><ul><li>Senior-level BA experience ideally in financial services, lending, banking or credit environments.</li><li>Strong system + financial analysis background - able to break down complex calculations and logic flows</li><li>Comfortable analysing data</li><li>Proven experience working with Finance teams on complex reconciliation or financial model behaviour</li><li>Self-driven, able to work with minimal direction and create structure where there isn't any</li><li>Pragmatic communicator - able to translate technical/system detail into clear business insight</li></ul><p><strong>Contract Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Initial Term:</strong> 6 - 9 months</li><li><strong>Start:</strong> ASAP</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Auckland</li><li><strong>Rate:</strong> Competitive rate (depending on experience)</li></ul><p><strong>Apply Today</strong><br />Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.<br /><em>Reference Number:</em> 06900-0013332228</p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice:</em> <em><a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF1bC5CYXRlc29uLjE1NDQ2LjEwOTE4QHJoaW56LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About the Role<br /></span></strong><br />Drive, plan and implement a multi-year body of work in an end-to-end digital application project. Gather requirements from initial scoping through the development &executive team all the way to delivery for end-users. Collaborate as a key member from the beginning of this project.</p><ul><li>Lead end-to-end requirements, process mapping and solution definition across key digital initiatives.</li><li>Translate business needs into clear functional specifications for development teams.</li><li>Oversee UAT, QA, training and transition-to-support activities.</li><li>Produce concise, high-quality documentation to support new systems and processes.</li><li>Act as the primary interface between business leaders, technology teams and external partners. You are THE translator who can communicate technical spec to the least technical people with ease.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Skills & experience</span></strong></p><ul><li>Analyse current-state workflows and identify opportunities for efficiency and automation.</li><li>Develop workflow diagrams, process maps and technical documentation to enable high-quality delivery.</li><li>Manage priorities, timelines and cross-functional stakeholders to keep projects on track.</li><li>Facilitate workshops, clarify requirements and resolve issues quickly and professionally.</li><li>Ensure new systems align with business goals, compliance standards and operational best practice.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><ul><li>Several years BA experience in financial services, insurance or technology-led environments.</li><li>Strong analytical capability with proven end-to-end experience improving systems and processes; Detail-oriented with strong documentation discipline.</li><li>Exceptional communication skills in all areas-able to simplify complex concepts for executives and SMEs; You are a confident presenter and effective executive influencer.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines.</li><li>Solid understanding of fintech trends, digital solutions and modern BA toolsets; Commercially minded, structured and solutions focused.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today<br /></span></strong><br />Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.<br /><em><br />Reference Number: 06900-0013342875</em></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice:</em> <em><a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QWxla3MuVnVqb3ZpYy4wNzE3NC4xMDkxOEByaGluei5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>The Company</strong><br />My client is a leading non-bank property Finance lender. A privately held company who have been operating for over 20 years, this business is exceptional in terms of being entrepreneurial, fast, nimble and relationship driven. They have an enviable reputation and are continuing to grow, going from strength to strength. <br />The business is now entering a new phase of evolution with the owners looking to establish a senior leadership team to lead the company's future growth. Therefore we are on the hunt for a Head of Finance who can become part of the leadership team and be instrumental in driving the future growth.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong><br />You will report to the CEO and be responsible for the financial stewardship of the business as well as contributing significantly to the strategic planning, product development and organisational capability. Your key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Provide strategic insight to the CEO, Board and leadership team, including reporting, analysis and insights</li><li>Stakeholder management and partnering</li><li>Lead the financial planning & forecasting processes</li><li>Develop and maintain comprehensive management reporting and insights to drive strategic decision making</li><li>Conduct financial analysis of KPI's, trends and identify future revenue streams.</li><li>Ad hoc scenario modelling</li><li>Drive the long term funding strategy</li><li>Manage the loan book end to end</li><li>Review & sign off on AML compliance</li><li>Financial reporting & compliance</li><li>Ensure payroll and HR matters are attended to</li><li>Ensure the internal controls & risk management framework are in place to appropriate standards, to ensure risks are mitigated</li><li>Oversee the systems and process environment</li><li>Other ad hoc duties as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile</strong><br />To be considered for this role, we are looking for an individual who can live & breathe the values and culture of this organisation. To be considered we are looking for an individual with the following attributes & skills:</p><ul><li>An individual who is interested in finance and operations</li><li>CA qualified or equivalent</li><li>High energy & passionate</li><li>An interest in property would be advantageous</li><li>An entrepreneurial spirit</li><li>Broad experience across all aspects of Finance and have operated at this level previously</li><li>Proven strong stakeholder management skills</li><li>Hands on operator who also thinks laterally</li></ul><p>In time, there is an opportunity exists in this role to go beyond the core role of Finance. You can develop operational skills leveraging knowledge from the team and networks.</p><p><br />This is an opportunity to join a unique NZ business that values its employees and one that provides a long term career path with the company, well beyond just a job.</p><p><br /><strong>Apply Today</strong><br />Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button or contact Megan Alexander on 09 915-6700</p><p><br /><em>Reference Number: (06900-0013342904).</em></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice:</em> <em><a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bWVnYW4uYWxleGFuZGVyLjAzNzAyLjEwOTE4QHJoaW56LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>The Company</strong><br />My client is a very large business with operations that span the globe. The company has a proud heritage in NZ having been around for a long time but today is privately held offshore. The NZ operation is very large for NZ standards and consequently the NZ business has multiple jurisdictions under their remit. The business has a down to earth Kiwi culture but due to its complexity requires agile, resilient and hardworking people who can think laterally. With continued growth and expansion into global regions, this is a newly created role, based in Ellerslie, reporting to the Head of Finance for a major segment of the trading business.<br /><br /><strong>The Role</strong><br />This commercially based role heads up the International markets in the Asian geographical region which total circa $200M Revenue and make up about 20% of the total operating segment. The business is operating in six markets within Asia with a local Finance Manager and Country Manager in place.<br /><br />This role has been created to have each of the Finance Managers reporting into this role and to bring uniformed and consolidated standard reporting across markets as well as strong financial acumen back to the NZ Head office.<br /><br />Your key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Leadership of an international finance team, operating in multiple jurisdictions</li><li>Partner the multiple GMs to drive and implement strategy.</li><li>Drive operational performance in each market, partnering with the local finance managers who have differing degrees of experience and business unit size.</li><li>Ensure the budgeting & forecasting process is managed and consolidate the Asian regional reporting</li><li>Provide critical analysis on KPI and key metrics, identifying opportunities to maximise performance</li><li>Critically evaluate performance using your commercial nous, challenging the status quo</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile</strong><br />This is a senior role and therefore requires a candidate with a strong commercial background who has the following attributes:</p><ul><li>Experience with MNC or Large vertically integrated complex business structures</li><li>Strong staff management experience, ideally with staff in multiple markets with varying levels of experience</li><li>Previous Experience driving Business unit performance of Asian based markets</li><li>Strong proven commercial acumen whereby you can demonstrate how you have driven the performance / strategy of the business.</li><li>An ability to navigate through the grey and cut through to drive outcomes</li><li>Strong stakeholder engagement capability</li><li>A down to earth and practical demeanour with no ego</li><li>Strong systems capability, ideally with Power BI experience</li><li>Ideally FMCG or primary industry experience</li></ul><p>This role will suit someone that can partner with offshore markets taking into account of time zones. The role may include travel to Asia sporadically.</p><p><strong>Apply Today</strong><br />Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.</p><p><br /><em>Reference Number: 06900-0013322954</em></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice:</em> <em><a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|2df93a725f1c43601e5308daa1051e08|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|637999340615419831|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=cIixo6zjvDZ9MDPYy+jEU0wsYA/yRNDEHRQ4pRKx8Eg=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.co.nz/privacy-statement</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bWVnYW4uYWxleGFuZGVyLjYyNzYxLjEwOTE4QHJoaW56LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
