Head of Finance Advisory

4 months ago


Dunedin, New Zealand University of Otago Full time

Head of Finance Advisory

2301167

**FINANCIAL SERVICES DIVISION**

**_ About our team/Mō te tīma_**

Founded in 1869, the University of Otago is New Zealand’s oldest university with a strong teaching and research tradition and well-established national and international linkages.

Ranked within the top 1% of universities in the world, it is also one of New Zealand's largest universities. We proudly support over 20,000 students and 4,000 full time equivalent staff based in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, and Invercargill.

The University and its controlled entities have an annual operating budget of over $780 million. Total value of assets controlled is close to $2.9 billion with equity of $2.6 billion.

The University is committed to fulfilling our Te Tiriti obligations to Māori partnership and advancement, as articulated in the Māori Strategic Framework. Its main aims are to increase Māori student and staff participation and success, and to embed mātauranga Māori the University’s core functions.

**_ The role/Te mahi_**

Opportunities like this don’t come up often. If you are a senior finance leader looking for your next chapter, this role is a perfect combination of challenge, influence and ‘public good’ factor.

As Head of Finance Advisory, you will lead, develop and manage the provision of expert financial advice, analysis, forecasting and support that strengthens the University and client portfolio finances, supports financial probity, quality financial management and effective executive decision making.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will lead a high performing team, with a focus on activities such as month-end accounting, internal financial reporting, strategic financial forecasting, budgeting activities, financial modelling and analysis, and bespoke financial advisory activities. You will also lead capital planning and evaluation processes.

**_ Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako_**

This is not your typical accountant role While your technical financial expertise is a given, we are looking for a people leader who will drive a compelling vision for the Finance Advisory team, maintaining a culture of high performance and customer excellence through establishing strong relationships with key stakeholders and the broader financial services team.
- We are looking for a leader with experience in:

- Leading and implementing a culture of innovation, high performance and service excellence.
- Leading and monitoring service delivery standards and performance measures.
- Contributing and implementing strategic plans aligned with high-level organisational goals.
- Leading the integration of te reo and tikanga Māori within the team.
- Understanding of te Tiriti o Waitangi and the importance of partnership with mana whenua.

You will have experience and passion for fronting change across teams, system implementations and cultural shifts. This role calls for strong influencing and relationship building skills, working across a wide range of internal stakeholders.

It is important that the University environment suits who you are and how you operate. We are looking for a highly articulate and collaborative person, willing to learn and adapt as required. High levels of energy and enthusiasm will be essential to keep our dedicated team performing at the highest standard.

**_ Further Details/Pūroko_**

This is a permanent, full-time position.

We offer 5 weeks’ annual leave, 6.75% superannuation scheme, competitive salary, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance.

For further information or a confidential initial discussion please contact Elena Calvert via the contact details below.

**_ Application/Tono_


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