Manufacturing Finance Specialist

6 days ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Straitnz Full time

**About Straitnz**

We are a leading snack food company, proud of our heritage and being New Zealand's largest snack food producer. Our iconic brands have been loved by generations.

As we continue to grow and innovate, we are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Finance Specialist to join our Finance team until end November 2025.

This role reports to the Finance Manager – Papakura and is based at our manufacturing plant in Papakura, South Auckland. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the FMCG industry, within factory cost accounting.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

  • Supporting manufacturing leaders to interpret performance metrics, including KPIs
  • Partnering with Production & Stores to ensure accurate material consumption
  • Working with the finance manager to identify opportunities for site performance improvement
  • Assisting with the preparation of month-end results and analysis
  • Preparing and analyzing cost reports, including standard costs, cost of goods sold, and variances
  • Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes by providing accurate cost data and insights

The successful candidate will possess:

  • Proven experience or exposure to manufacturing/factory cost accounting
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, budgeting, and financial reporting
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
  • Innovative mindset with ability to challenge status quo and suggest new ideas
  • Positivity and solutions-focused approach
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

If you are an experienced Cost Accountant looking for a challenging role with a leading FMCG company, please apply today.



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