Job Opportunities in New Zealand
September 15, 2024
DLF Seeds & Science
Lincoln
Head of Reporting and Compliance
PGG Wrightson Seeds is seeking a Head of Reporting and Compliance to join our team at our Pākāno (Lincoln) office, based just outside of Christchurch City.
Our Lincoln office is the head office for the Oceania group. Comprised of a number of business units, the Oceania team is made up of over 500 employees across Australia and NZ working in R&D, Product Development, Sales, Turf, Seed Production, Warehousing, Logistics, on-farm support and a corporate support team.
We are part of the global DLF Group, headquartered in Denmark, with operations across the UK and Europe, the USA, Canada, South America and Oceania; you will be a part of a truly worldwide co-operative.
About the role
Reporting directly to the CFO you will be responsible for managing key aspects of the Group’s financial operations, including Oceania Group’s financial reporting requirements, the budgeting and forecasting process, audit, tax compliance and governance and driving innovation and change. You will provide accurate and timely reporting, advice and financial analysis to both the Oceania Management team and the global Board and contribute to developing the financial and operational strategies of the business. This role will also be responsible for the management of a small financial accounting team.
Duties and responsibilities include:
About you
Our Company
PGG Wrightson Seeds is committed to creating long lasting, successful careers for their people. Salary is commensurate with experience. Employee benefits include personal life, income protection and health insurance.
Our values are built on a foundation of acting with respect, trust, and integrity. It’s important to us that we are empowering our people, creating innovation and entrepreneurship, realising global synergies, and operating in an environmentally sustainable way.
If you fit the criteria above, have a strong affinity for the primary sector and are keen to join a high performing culture then please apply with your resume and cover letter.
To request a position description please email: recruitment@pggwrightsonseeds.co.nz
Applications close at 5pm on Friday 11 October 2024. However, we will be reviewing and shortlisting applications as they are received.
Our Lincoln office is the head office for the Oceania group. Comprised of a number of business units, the Oceania team is made up of over 500 employees across Australia and NZ working in R&D, Product Development, Sales, Turf, Seed Production, Warehousing, Logistics, on-farm support and a corporate support team.
We are part of the global DLF Group, headquartered in Denmark, with operations across the UK and Europe, the USA, Canada, South America and Oceania; you will be a part of a truly worldwide co-operative.
About the role
Reporting directly to the CFO you will be responsible for managing key aspects of the Group’s financial operations, including Oceania Group’s financial reporting requirements, the budgeting and forecasting process, audit, tax compliance and governance and driving innovation and change. You will provide accurate and timely reporting, advice and financial analysis to both the Oceania Management team and the global Board and contribute to developing the financial and operational strategies of the business. This role will also be responsible for the management of a small financial accounting team.
Duties and responsibilities include:
- Management of internal and external reporting – including statutory accounts, local management and DLF Group reporting.
- Management and co-ordination of annual budget and forecast processes for Oceania Group.
- Co-ordinate all internal and external stakeholders in the annual audit process; be the key interface with the external auditors.
- Management of tax compliance, including review of various direct and indirect tax calculations and tax returns across the Oceania Group in accordance with the Group’s Tax Governance Policy.
- Ensure compliance with and update the Group’s transfer pricing policy for new developments.
- Management of the capital asset portfolio of Oceania Group.
- Advising on technical accounting and tax issues.
- Managing the Oceania Group insurance portfolio.
- Financial modelling and analysis.
- Attendance at regular EMT meetings to provide accurate financial information and analysis and contribute to the development of business strategies;
- Maintaining a strong control environment and identifying areas for continual process improvement.
- Management of a small financial accounting team.
About you
- Solid technical accounting background including financial accounting and taxation.
- A highly engaged and motivated leader with a focus on providing sound financial and strategic advice to drive the growth and development of the business.
- Proven ability to develop strong working relationships with non-financial stakeholders.
- CA or CPA qualified with recent and relevant experience in a similar role.
- Have a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience and up to date knowledge of accounting regulations. Leadership, mentoring and/or coaching experience is desired.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to deal with a range of stakeholders at the Executive and Board level.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills are required.
- Exposure to Navision ERP and consolidation systems will be an advantage.
- Experience in Primary Industries, Manufacturing or FMCG environment will be highly regarded.
Our Company
PGG Wrightson Seeds is committed to creating long lasting, successful careers for their people. Salary is commensurate with experience. Employee benefits include personal life, income protection and health insurance.
Our values are built on a foundation of acting with respect, trust, and integrity. It’s important to us that we are empowering our people, creating innovation and entrepreneurship, realising global synergies, and operating in an environmentally sustainable way.
If you fit the criteria above, have a strong affinity for the primary sector and are keen to join a high performing culture then please apply with your resume and cover letter.
To request a position description please email: recruitment@pggwrightsonseeds.co.nz
Applications close at 5pm on Friday 11 October 2024. However, we will be reviewing and shortlisting applications as they are received.
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