Head of Finance

Position Title:    Head of Finance

Location: Bay of Plenty

Reporting to:     Executive Director Finance and Infrastructure

Team: Finance

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the Role

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology stands at a pivotal moment in our journey towards financial sustainability and operational excellence. As we continue our organisational transformation, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to head our finance function.

As the Head of Finance, you will contribute to the long-term sustainability of our organisation. This is a unique opportunity to join a senior leadership team committed to innovation, equity, and excellence in vocational education.

Finance and Infrastructure

Finance and Infrastructure is a key enabling function for Toi Ohomai, supporting the development of business capabilities, processes and systems that enable our ākonga, organisation and kaimahi to thrive. This directorate leads financial partnership, infrastructure development, and digital innovation, ensuring our environments are not only safe and compliant, but also future-ready and aligned with the evolving needs of both ākonga (learners) and kaimahi (staff). From uplifting financial acumen and practice to transforming infrastructure (physical and digital), this directorate plays a vital role in creating spaces and systems that support learning, collaboration, and everyday operations.

Ngā mahi | Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance.
• Drive sustainable growth, manage financial risk, and support long-term planning.
• Oversee financial systems, treasury management, and risk mitigation.
• Deliver accurate, timely, and insightful financial information.
• Foster a high-performing finance team through mentoring and development.
• Ensure audit clearance and compliance with accounting standards and legislation.

He kōrero mōu | About You

You bring:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, plus CA or CPA membership.
• Extensive experience in senior financial management roles.
• Proven leadership in developing high-performing finance teams.
• Strong knowledge of financial compliance, risk management, and audit processes.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori success.
• Ability to support te reo Māori, tikanga, and mātauranga Māori.
• A passion for equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Mō Mātou | About us

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest vocational education provider in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato. Home to over 9000 ākonga (students), at Toi Ohomai we put ākonga and kaimahi at the centre of all we do. Through educational excellence, Māori Success, strong partnerships and sustainable practices we enable our ākonga, institution and communities to thrive.

Toiohomaitanga describes our way of doing and being. It reflects how we care for each other, work together, and uphold our shared purpose. Ā mātou uara | our values are an important part of this, our Toi Ohomai values are:

· Toitūtanga – Courageous and humble in our pursuit of excellence

· Manaakitanga – Strengthening the mana of others and our communities

· Whanaungatanga – Building and nurturing relationships

· Kotahitanga – United in our shared purpose

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

At Toi Ohomai, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and the unique perspectives and skills they bring. We strive to ensure a recruitment process that is accessible and welcoming and encourage applications from our diverse communities. If you need support during the application process, reach out, we're here to help.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.  Toi Ohomai is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and will undertake relevant vetting and pre-employment checks.

If this role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply. Due to our organisational shutdown over the holiday period, shortlisting will commence in the new year.

To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter with your online application.

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