Finance Manager

6A Kellow Place | Wiri | Auckland | PO Box 76 235 | Manukau City | 2241 | Auckland

Our mission:

We help make the Bible accessible and encourage interaction with it.

Our values:

We are inspired by the Gospel. We are united by purpose. We pursue excellence. We act with integrity. We value each other.

Job Description

Job Title: Finance Manager

Reports to: Director – Finance, Planning and Resources

Reporting positions:

1. Assistant Accountant – BSNZ Group
2. Finance Assistant
3. Receipting and Database Co-ordinator
4. Finance and Project Support

Works with:

1. Internal: Chief Executive Officer, Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee members (Governance), Manna Board, Team Leaders
2. External: Investment partners (Jarden), Business advisory services (Walker Wayland), Auditors, Systems vendors and consultants, Legal Advisors, United Bible Societies representatives

Purpose of the Job

To support Bible Society New Zealand Group’s mission by overseeing the financial management and reporting of Bible Society New Zealand (BSNZ) and Manna Christian Stores Ltd (Manna) (collectively BSNZ group), to ensure that funds and financial and material assets are secured and effectively used and that the BSNZ Group’s short- and long-term financial health is maintained.

Representative Responsibilities and Outcomes

1. Participate in strategic leadership: Contribute to BSNZ’s Leadership Team and provide expert advice on finance-related matters.
2. Lead the finance function: Develop and implement strategic and operational plans for the finance function, ensuring efficient operations and compliance with obligations.
3. Financial management and reporting: Prepare financial statements, review reports, provide analysis, and oversee audits.
4. Oversee donations receipting and constituent data management: Ensure donations are processed securely and accurately.
5. Manage office support services: Oversee HR and payroll compliance, cleaning contracts, and engage with investment agencies.
6. Leadership, management, and development: Lead and motivate finance team members, ensuring compliance with standards and identifying development opportunities.

Competencies

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree or higher with Finance or Accounting Major (Essential)
2. Professional membership of a relevant professional association (Essential)

Knowledge:

1. Principles of Tier 2 financial accounting (Essential)
2. Principles of management accounting (Essential)
3. Team leadership and development principles (Essential)
4. Relevant accounting rules and standards (Essential)
5. Contemporary ERP and POS accounting systems (Desirable)

Skills:

1. Lead and develop a team (Essential)
2. Plan effectively at strategic and operational levels (Essential)
3. Implement and manage financial systems (Essential)

Attitudes and Attributes:

1. Committed to BSNZ Group’s mission (Essential)
2. Works collegially in a team (Essential)

Hours and Place of Work

Ordinary hours will be 37.5 hours per week to be worked between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm each Monday to Friday, unless otherwise agreed with the Director – Finance, Planning and Resources. Normal place of work is 6A Kellow Place, Wiri, Manukau City, Auckland.