External Reporting Lead

**Ko wai matou? Who are we?**:
Zespri is more than simply the world’s single-largest marketer of kiwifruit. We like to think of ourselves as fruit on a mission and as rebels with a cause: to help people, communities and the environment around the world thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit. We are proudly the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. We work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which we supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers. We are one of New Zealand’s best-known international brands, dedicated to creating sustainable long-term value for growers.

**He aha te mahi? What’s the role?**:
A newly created role in the Finance team, the External Reporting Lead will be responsible for managing and overseeing the external financial reporting and non-financial disclosures for our organization.

This position plays a critical role in delivering accurate and timely results and ensuring compliance with all reporting standards. This position is well suited to a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of reporting requirements and a proven track record of delivering high-quality results.

The core responsibilities of the role will include;
- Leading and managing the external financial reporting process for the organization, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Coordinating and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and compliance departments, to gather necessary information and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
- Overseeing the preparation of non-financial disclosures, including sustainability reports, corporate social responsibility reports, and other relevant disclosures, ensuring accurate and transparent reporting.
- Leading and supporting the team in delivering accurate and high-quality results, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to team members.
- Liaising with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, investors, and analysts, to address inquiries and provide transparent and accurate information.

**Ko wai koe? Who are you?**:
You will have strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial and non-financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. You will also meet the following selection criteria:

- A Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CA) is preferred.
- Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in external financial reporting and non-financial disclosures.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards, including IFRS and GAAP, and experience with relevant reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD).
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and reporting standards applicable to the industry in which the organization operates.
- Experience in managing the external reporting process from start to finish, including the preparation of financial statements and other relevant reports.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with large volumes of data accurately.
- Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor team members.

**He aha e tika ai a Zespri? Why Zespri?**:
Our people are what makes our culture so irresistible and uniquely Zespri. We are a passionate and mighty team of 900+ employees in 23 different locations globally. Working at Zespri is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, culture-driven environment unlike any other. We want people who share our values of being personally connected, results-driven, and committed to guardianship. Join us in shaping our future and be part of a truly unique organisation.
- Competitive overall remuneration package, including a Short-Term Incentive scheme opportunity.
- FlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office.
- Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day).
- Additional paid volunteer day to volunteer within your community (Volunteer Time).
- Global Life and Permanent Disability Insurance.
- Group Medical Insurance benefits.
- Convenient Mount Maunganui office location, with free onsite parking.
- Your daily dose of Vitamin C with free kiwifruit

**Agency**:

- Where Zespri requires the support of an agency to fulfil a vacancy, we will proactively seek this support from our network of Agencies. We respectfully ask that you do not contact Zespri or any of its affiliates/employees regarding vacancies, and reserve the right not to reply._
- Zespri will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions or other payments related to such unsolicited resumes._