Senior Financial Controller

Kordia, a leader in New Zealand's telecommunications and technology sector, is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to take full ownership of its multi-entity financial control function.

This is a strategic and hands-on role where you'll be accountable for shaping the financial control environment, ensuring compliance, accurate reporting.

You'll lead with confidence, take ownership, foster a high-performing team culture, and drive continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

Own the day-to-day leadership of the finance team, setting clear objectives and supporting development through coaching and mentoring.

Lead from the front – provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, feedback, and direction to the team, whilst creating a positive and engaging work environment that motivates team members to perform their best.

Lead financial close processes across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with NZ IFRS and statutory requirements.

Prepare consolidated financial reports and provide insights that support confident decision-making at executive and board levels.

Take accountability for audit and tax compliance, acting as the key liaison with auditors, regulators, and tax authorities.

Oversee treasury operations including cashflow, banking relationships, FX / interest rate hedging, and credit exposure.

Champion process improvement and automation initiatives that enhance efficiency and reduce close cycles.

Ensure robust internal controls and governance frameworks are embedded across the organisation.

Partner with the FinOps Team Lead to ensure billing, fixed assets, and project finance processes are accurate and aligned with contractual obligations.

What you bring

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, and CA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent qualification.

10+ years' experience in senior finance roles including financial planning and analysis, commercial finance, or related disciplines, preferably gained within telecommunications, broadcasting, technology or related industries (or similar).

Proven success leading finance teams and driving accountability across financial operations and reporting.

Deep understanding of NZ IFRS, statutory reporting, and the Companies Act.

Ability to interpret financial results and provide insights that support decision-making at CFO, Board and Audit & Risk Committee level.

Strong audit and tax compliance experience, with a track record of clean outcomes and proactive risk management.

Advanced Excel and ERP systems capability, with a passion for automation and data-driven reporting – including Power BI.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present insights clearly and build trusted relationships.

Why Kordia?

At Kordia, you'll be part of a values-driven organisation that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development.

Enjoy a trust-focused work model, access to leadership development initiatives, and a culture that celebrates innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

A business where your leadership and ownership will be recognised and valued.

You'll enjoy a collaborative culture that prioritises wellbeing, work-life balance and professional development.

What's next

If you're ready to take your career forward as Senior Financial Controller then we encourage you to apply now; Robert Walters will be managing all applicants.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days.

If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Laura Sanford-Scutt on

About the job

Contract Type : Perm

Specialism : Accounting & Finance

Focus : Finance Manager Financial Controller & CFO

Workplace Type : Hybrid

Experience Level : Senior Management

Location : Auckland CBD

Salary : plus benefits

Job Reference : 34TSMO-45FE758C

Date posted : 23 October

Consultant : Laura Sanford-Scutt

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