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Head of Finance - MarketsFNZ Group • Wellington Central, Wellington, NZ
Head of Finance - Markets

Head of Finance - Markets

FNZ Group • Wellington Central, Wellington, NZ
30+ days ago
Job description

At FNZ, we are seeking a highly motivated Head of Finance – Markets to join our global finance team, supporting the FNZ Markets division — a unique blend of cutting-edge SaaS technology used by customers in APAC, Europe and the US, ASX execution, clearing and settlement operations in Australia, and Hatch, our retail online broker in New Zealand.

This is a high-impact role that offers challenge, variety, and the opportunity to work across multiple business models in a rapidly growing global organisation.

What You Will Do :

As Head of Finance – Markets you will take full ownership responsibility for the financial integrity and performance of the FNZ Markets division across the APAC region. You’ll lead a talented regional finance team and oversee :

  • Month-end close processes and financial reporting to the group.
  • Full ledger ownership for selected Markets entities within the global group
  • Oversight of accounts payable, receivable, bank reconciliations, and cash reporting
  • Oversight of tax compliance including income tax, GST, FBT, and PAYG
  • Managing external audits and acting as the key contact for auditors
  • Strategic input into new business opportunities, budgeting and M&A projects.
  • Presenting board and executive level financial reporting across multiple regulated businesses
  • Managing the capital / liquidity position of an ASX clearing participant in Australia.

Risk & Compliance Management

  • Ensure that FNZ complies with all relevant regulatory obligations, including managing audits and reviews, and addressing any findings promptly.
  • Provide regular and accurate risk reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Who You Are :

    We’re looking for someone who thrives in complexity and can operate with agility and precision. You’ll need :

  • CA or equivalent qualification
  • Strong commercial experience
  • Experience in auditing, business advisory, or financial / management accounting in a large corporate
  • Strong technical accounting skills (IFRS) and advanced Excel proficiency
  • Experience with Microsoft Navision or Dynamics 365 (advantageous)
  • Knowledge of ASX / NZX execution, clearing and settlement (advantageous)
  • Understanding of Australian taxation (direct and indirect)
  • Strategic thinking and the ability to influence at all levels
  • Why should you join us?

    We offer a competitive salary, financial reward high performance and global career opportunities in the UK, Canada, Czech Republic, Australia, New Zealand or China.

    As part of our team, you'll enjoy generous employee benefits, including 20 days annual leave plus an extra 6 paid days after 12 months, full health and life insurance coverage, volunteer leave, and 26 weeks of Company Paid Parental Leave. Plus, refer a friend and receive a generous bonus. And so much more!

    Join us and make a difference. Be part of a team that's changing the world.

    If this role appeals to you, please apply with your cover letter and CV by the 21 November 2025

  • Please note we shortlist as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw advertising at any time.
  • For more information, please reach out to us!

    About FNZ

    FNZ is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back.

    We created wealth’s growth platform to help. We provide a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution.

    We partner with over 650 financial institutions and 12,000 wealth managers, with US$1.7 trillion in assets under administration (AUA).

    Together with our customers, we help over 26 million people from all wealth segments to invest in their future.

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