Finops Team Leader

Kordia, a leader in New Zealand's telecommunications and technology sector, is seeking a FinOps Team Lead to take ownership of its core financial operations in Central Auckland.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll guide an established team across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control and Billing.

You'll be responsible for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and service excellence while driving process improvements and automation.

What you'll do :

Own the day-to-day leadership of the transactional finance team, setting clear goals and ensuring delivery with precision and timeliness.

Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on accuracy, efficiency, and customer service.

Lead improvements across AP, AR, Credit and Billing, identifying automation opportunities and streamlining workflows.

Act as the first point of escalation for disputes, resolving issues quickly and maintaining strong business relationships.

Monitor key metrics like DSO and aged debt, translating insights into action.

Support audit and reconciliation processes, ensuring robust financial controls and compliance.

Build trusted relationships across Finance, Commercial, Legal, and external partners.

What you bring :

Proven experience supporting / supervising financial operations teams in AP / AR / Billing within large organisations, ideally in tech or telecoms.

Strong ERP and finance systems knowledge, with a track record of driving automation and process change.

Excellent coaching and mentoring skills, with a passion for team development.

Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and influence decisions.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field (CA / CPA / CIMA preferred but not essential).

Confidence in managing risk, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

Why Kordia?

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

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

Join Kordia's respected Finance team in their centrally located offices, and play a key role in shaping the future of financial operations.

Lead, develop and take ownership of a collaborative team culture focused on accuracy, efficiency, and customer-centric service within a supportive corporate environment.

Drive process improvements and automation initiatives that enhance compliance, streamline workflows, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

What's next :

If you're ready to take your career forward as a Financial Operations Team Leader at Kordia then we encourage you to apply now; Robert Walters will be managing all applicants.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Keywords :

ownership, collaboration, service excellence, process improvement, financial controls, team development, stakeholder engagement, automation, Accounts Payable Manager, Accounts Recievable Manager, Billings Manager, Financial Operations.

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 : Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

Workplace Type : Hybrid

Experience Level : Mid Management

Location : Auckland CBD

Contract Type : Perm

Specialism : Accounting & Finance

Focus : Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

Industry : Accountancy

Salary : Negotiable

Workplace Type : Hybrid

Experience Level : Mid Management

Location : Auckland CBD

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Job Reference : GOAILE-5ED8DE63

Date posted : 23 October

Consultant : Laura Sanford-Scutt

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