Finance & Systems Manager

2 days ago


Whangarei, New Zealand Pioneer Group Full time

Systems Accounting & IT Audit (Accounting)

Full time

Pioneer is New Zealand's largest manufacturer and supplier of innovative waste and recycling equipment. Founded in 1964, we are a multi-generational family business working towards a legacy of less. While being a pioneer once meant making your mark on the world, progress today is about what you don’t leave behind.

Through our innovative minimisation and recycling solutions we help our customers reduce and solve complex waste challenges with expert knowledge and industry-leading products.

At Pioneer, less is more, and we're incredibly proud of that.

Position Overview:
The Finance & Systems Manager will play a critical role in overseeing the financial health of the organisation and ensuring the integrity of financial processes. The role involves managing incoming and outgoing accounts, overseeing financial reporting and forecasting, as well as administering key systems, including Netsuite. This position requires an individual with strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a solid understanding of financial operations and system management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Incoming / Account Receivables:

  1. Customer Account Setup: Create and maintain customer accounts in the financial system.
  2. Credit Checks: Conduct credit checks to assess the financial stability of new and existing customers.
  3. Invoicing: Generate and send accurate invoices to customers in a timely manner.
  4. Follow-Up & Collections: Actively follow up on outstanding invoices to ensure payments are received within terms.

2. Outgoing / Account Payables:

  1. Purchase Payments: Ensure timely payments for all company purchases and expenses.
  2. PO Matching: Match invoices to purchase orders (POs) for accuracy before processing payments.
  3. PO Closures: Close purchase orders in the system once payments are completed.
  4. International Payments: Handle the processing and approval of international payments, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

3. Finance Management – Operational Oversight:

  1. Cash Flow Forecasting: Develop and maintain accurate cash flow projections to ensure business operations remain well-funded.
  2. Budgeting: Lead the budgeting process at the start of the year and monitor throughout the year to ensure financial goals are met.
  3. Tracking Overheads: Monitor and report on company overheads, working to identify areas for cost reduction.
  4. Back Costing: Track job costs on a per-project or per-job basis to ensure financial targets are being met.
  5. Gross Profit (GP) Monitoring: Analyse product gross profit against targets/quota to ensure profitability.
  6. Delivery in Full, On Time (DIFOT): Track and report on DIFOT to ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  7. GP$/Man Hours (Manufacturing): Calculate and report on GP relative to man hours in the manufacturing process.
  8. Monthly Reporting: Prepare and present monthly financial reports for leadership and stakeholders. Maintain and update internal control policy and procedures. Report irregularities to the management.
  9. Bank Reconciliation: Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of the company's financial records.
  10. FBT Returns: Prepare and submit Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns as required by local tax regulations.
  11. GST Returns: Prepare and submit Goods and Services Tax (GST) returns in accordance with local tax laws.
  12. Tax Payments: Manage the timely and accurate payment of taxes to relevant authorities.
  13. Trade Finance: Oversee trade finance arrangements, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with financial institutions.

4. Systems Management:

  1. Netsuite Management: Oversee the administration and updates of the Netsuite financial system.
  2. Ensure accurate system coding for financial transactions.
  3. Update product pricing and financial records in Netsuite as required.
  4. System Integration: Ensure seamless integration of financial systems with other company software and platforms.
  5. System Maintenance: Collaborate with IT and external vendors to maintain system functionality and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

Skills and Qualifications:

  1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred).
  2. Proven experience (5+ years) in finance, accounting, or financial systems management.
  3. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
  4. Experience with Netsuite or similar financial systems is required.
  5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  6. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
  7. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  8. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  9. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  10. Knowledge of local tax regulations, including GST and FBT.
  11. Experience in international payments and trade finance is a plus.

Additional Information:

  1. Location: Whangarei, New Zealand
  2. Reports To: CEO
  3. Working Hours: 08.00-04.30 PM

The Finance & Systems Manager is a key position that ensures the financial and operational efficiency of the business. If you have a strong background in finance and systems management and are looking for a role where you can make a direct impact on the company’s success, we encourage you to apply.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Whangarei, New Zealand Toyota Full time

    Are you passionate about finance, insurance, and the automotive industry? Do you possess excellent customer service skills and a keen eye for detail? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Northland Toyota is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a Finance & Insurance Administrator. As the Finance and Insurance...


  • Whangarei, New Zealand United Civil Construction Full time

    As a Senior Finance Administrator, you will report to our Accountant, and will ensure that key financial tasks are met, which support the wider business. Join our success story and be part of a passionate team delivering diverse civil works within Northland. - Variety of high-profile projects - Family-based core values - Locally owned and operated **About...


  • Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand Direction Recruitment Full time

    About Direction RecruitmentWe are excited to recruit for a Strategic Operations Manager on behalf of DCGroup. Our client is a management company with a small team of project management, accounting, and administrative professionals.The role offers an opportunity to work in a commercial property development and management environment, supporting the...


  • Whangarei, New Zealand North Power NZ Full time

    _Niche opportunity to make your mark with a unique and thriving industry leader_ **The role** Reporting to the Control Systems Manager, the ADMS Control Systems Engineer is accountable for maintaining and supporting the control room SCADA, network management and outage management systems. You will work closely with external vendors, contractors and internal...

  • Fire Systems Tester

    6 months ago


    Whangarei, New Zealand Johnson Controls Full time

    **Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team** We are needing a **Fire Systems Tester **to join our team in **Whangarei **! Your main objective is testing and surveying of fire systems, emergency lighting and Building Warrant of Fitness Inspection to the current New Zealand Standard requirements while maintaining and developing existing customer...

  • Fire Systems Tester

    6 months ago


    Whangarei, New Zealand Johnson Controls Full time

    **Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team** We are needing a **Fire Systems Tester **to join our team in **Whangarei **! Your main objective is testing and surveying of fire systems, emergency lighting and Building Warrant of Fitness Inspection to the current New Zealand Standard requirements while maintaining and developing existing customer...

  • Group Accountant

    1 month ago


    Whangarei, New Zealand Seek.co.nz Full time

    We are a 100% Kiwi-owned Waste and Recycling company that strives for excellence in what we do. We have grown significantly across the North Island in the last ten years and we are passionate about delivering above expectations for our customers. We compete against large multinational operators and believe our point of difference is the empowerment of our...

  • Senior Payroll Officer

    7 months ago


    Whangarei, New Zealand Stellar Full time

    **Contract Type**: - Full Time**Location**: - NZ - Whangarei - North Island**Industry**: - AccountingMy client is committed to excellence in all aspects of our operations and believe that the employees are our most asset. As the business continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Senior Payroll Officer to join my client’s...


  • Whangarei, New Zealand Mitre10 Full time

    We think you would look great in Orange! Mitre 10 MEGA Whangarei is locally owned and has a fantastic team culture. Our vision is to provide outstanding customer service, great quality products and the best value and expertise to enable our customers to have a great DIY experience. This is your chance to work in a "big box" format store and be part of a...

  • Courier Contractor

    6 months ago


    Whangarei, New Zealand Shred-X Full time

    NZ-wide, NZ-owned, and proud to call NZ home. Since 1964, New Zealand Couriers has been driving ahead of the competition thanks to our passionate team, innovative systems and friendly, results-focused service. **Get out of the office and onto the road!** A New Zealand Couriers Contractor is an independent business owner, operating on a “Contract of...


  • Whangarei, New Zealand UBT Recruitment Full time

    On behalf of ARCO Group Limited, we are excited to announce a unique opportunity for an experienced and driven Chief Financial Officer to join this well-established construction leader based in Whangarei. ARCO Group has a legacy of over 30 years in delivering high-quality, fit-for-purpose commercial construction projects across Northland, Waikato, Auckland,...


  • Whangarei, New Zealand Universal Business Team Springboard Full time

    On behalf of ARCO Group Limited, we are excited to announce a unique opportunity for an experienced and driven Chief Financial Officerto join this well-established construction leader based in Whangarei. ARCO Group has a legacy of over 30 years in delivering high-quality, fit-for-purpose commercial construction projects across Northland, Waikato, Auckland,...


  • Whangarei, New Zealand UBT Recruitment Full time

    On behalf of ARCO Group Limited, we are excited to announce a unique opportunity for an experienced and driven Chief Financial Officer to join this well-established construction leader based in Whangarei . ARCO Group has a legacy of over 30 years in delivering high-quality, fit-for-purpose commercial construction projects across Northland, Waikato, Auckland,...


  • Whangarei, New Zealand Universal Business Team Springboard Full time

    On behalf of ARCO Group Limited, we are excited to announce a unique opportunity for an experienced and driven Chief Financial Officerto join this well-established construction leader based inWhangarei . ARCO Group has a legacy of over 30 years in delivering high-quality, fit-for-purpose commercial construction projects across Northland, Waikato, Auckland,...


  • Whangarei, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Full time

    **Contribute to transforming the future of health**: - **Flexible working supported to balance your work and lifestyle**: - **Based in Northland** Join Te Whatu Ora at a key time, where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive and people-centred health system. This mahi will improve the health and...

  • Maintenance Manager

    6 months ago


    Whangarei, New Zealand Ventia Full time

    Diverse and challenging work - Well-established, skilled and experienced team - Competitive Remuneration Package plus vehicle Ventia is currently seeking a Maintenance Manager to look after our Road Maintenance Contract with the Far North District council - this is a stable contract, working with a well-established and dedicated team. **ABOUT THE ROLE** As...

  • Junior Commercial

    6 months ago


    Whangarei, New Zealand North Power NZ Full time

    Keen to be part of the Electricity industry that is undergoing significant changes in new technologies and decarbonisation? **The role** Reporting to the Head of Commercial and Regulatory, this office-based new role (with potential to be hybrid later) will see you supporting the Network Commercial and Regulatory team in a wide range of activities relating...


  • Whangarei, New Zealand North Power NZ Full time

    _Keen to be part of the Electricity industry that is undergoing significant changes from new technologies and decarbonisation?_ **The role** Reporting to the Head of Commercial and Regulatory, this office-based role (with potential to be hybrid later) will see you supporting the end-to-end delivery of electricity distribution products to retailers and...

  • Senior Project Manager

    2 months ago


    Whangarei, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure and Investment at Te Whatu Ora, Northland Whangarei Permanent, Full-time Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership,...

  • Administrator

    6 months ago


    Whangarei, New Zealand Waste Management Full time

    **About us** Waste Management NZ Limited is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling and waste management provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do. We have a full-time opportunity for a motivated all-rounder to join our...