Financial Controller

Christchurch

Reference Number: 8834SIaa

Financial Controller

Christchurch

  • Dynamic leadership opportunity
  • Critical role within an iconic and prestigious brand
  • Prime city location with on-site parking

 

About the Company:

With a rich history dating back to 1854, J Ballantyne & Co Ltd (Ballantynes) has always maintained a strong retail presence.  In addition to an online offer, physical stores are in Christchurch, Timaru, Invercargill and the Seasalt Cornwall store in Milford Centre, Auckland.

With its deep-rooted commitment to service and quality for 170 years, and its dedicated focus on fashion and future trends, Ballantynes will continue to provide an outstanding shopping experience not just for Canterbury, but for all New Zealanders as it enters a new period of growth.

 

About The Role: 

The Financial Controller is responsible for providing financial capability, insights and analysis to the senior leadership team.

The role reports to the COO and is responsible for day-to-day financial management and leadership of the Finance Team of four.

 

Skills & Experience: 

As the successful candidate you will work collaboratively with the senior leadership team providing financial insight and analysis to drive overall performance. A confident communicator, you will be able to coach and support managers, building financial acumen across the company and enhancing their financial focus.

With an eye for improvement and efficiency, you will be able to identify and execute continual incremental improvements, with an evolution not revolution mindset.

In addition, you will:

  • Be CA / CPA qualified (ideally with an Audit background)
  • Have led a finance function in a complex business environment.
  • Experience with Accounting Software and systems (MS Dynamics or similar).

 

Benefits

On-site car park

Ballantyne discounts

 

Ballantynes Culture: 

Our Purpose:

To inspire and enrich our community.

 

The Ballantynes Bond:

Excellence Starts with Me

Make Lasting Impressions

Think Tomorrow, Act Today

Play as One – Have Fun!