Group Finance Manager

1 week ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Consult Recruitment Full time
Group Finance Manager June 17, 2024 A Little Bit About The Company

UP Education is a leading multi sector education group delivering Vocational Education & Training, Higher Education, University Partnerships and Online Education across Australasia. UP Education has an unwavering focus on delivering exceptional educational outcomes and sustainable employment for its diverse learners. Through its student-centric approach and tailored learning environments, UP Education equips learners with the skills to thrive in a wide range of industries; including, Healthcare, Technology, Construction, Early Childhood Education, Tourism, Hospitality, Hair, Beauty, Sport and Recreation, and Business Management. The organisation currently has 57 campuses across 18 cities in NZ and Australia with their group support office conveniently located in Ponsonby.

Up Education's majority shareholders are Pacific Equity Partners ("PEP"), PEP is one of Australasia's oldest and largest private equity firms and first invested in UP Education through its private equity Fund V in 2016. The New Zealand Private Capital Association awarded Pacific Equity Partners ("PEP") the Investment of the Year Award for PEP's investment in UP Education last year.

Some More Information About The Role

The Group Finance Manager is responsible for the preparation, analysis, and consolidation of financial statements for the group, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. This role supports the Group Financial Controller in various financial and strategic tasks, contributing to the overall financial health and performance of the organization. Key responsibilities will include the following:
  • Assisting in the preparation of monthly Board reporting.
  • Supporting the Group FC in the management of the external audit process.
  • Help in the preparation of the annual budgeting process and the preparation of financial forecasts and three-year plans.
  • Analysing financial performance, highlighting key variances and providing actionable insights.
  • Supporting the FC in the monitoring and management of group cash flow and implementing cash management strategies to optimize working capital and improve cash flow forecasting.
  • Conducting in-depth financial analysis to support strategic decision making, as well as providing input into business case preparation.
  • Ensuring that the group is in line with all compliance, financial, and tax obligations.
The Group Finance Manager is a great role for someone who has worked in a business with multiple entities, this is a complex and interesting environment where you will have exposure to group consolidations, transfer pricing, M&A activity as well as cash modelling.

So Who Are You & What Is Your Profile

We are looking for an experienced Accountant with 5 years experience in a similar group level role. You will have proven partnering experience with senior business leaders where you need to identify, negotiate and resolve complex financial issues. You will have group consolidations experience and any experience with M&A integration work would also be a distinct advantage.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a business with a great future, you will be working alongside an impressive management team as the business looks to grow in the years ahead. This role will offer great career development opportunities and hybrid working options in a large and well functioning finance team. To be considered for this opportunity you will need to be able to operate autonomously, while there is support available you will need to be comfortable working in a business that operates at a fast pace.

To apply, follow the instructions or to discuss, please contact Andy Hickey on or email

Please note that in order to apply you will need to hold a relevant NZ work visa and currently be residing in New Zealand.
  • Ponsonby location with hybrid working
  • Great opportunities for career development
  • Broad role for a technically strong Finance Manager
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