Senior Finance Manager

Finance / Commercial Partners | Auckland

Mō te tūranga | About the Role

At Westpac, we believe in creating greater opportunity, for our people, our customers and the communities we serve. We’re looking for a Senior Finance Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping financial insight, governance and long‑term value across our business. This is a senior, influential role where you’ll partner closely with executive leaders, translating complex financial and transformation activity into clear, actionable insights that drive confident decision‑making.

As a Senior Finance Manager, you’ll be a trusted advisor to the Head of Finance, GM, CFO and senior leaders across the portfolio. You’ll lead financial planning and performance analysis, support major investment and transformation initiatives, and strengthen financial governance — all while helping the business deliver sustainable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Act as a strategic finance partner to senior leaders, influencing decisions through high‑quality insight and analysis

• Lead planning, budgeting and forecasting for assigned portfolios, aligned to organisational strategy

• Deliver clear analysis on financial performance, trends, risks and opportunities

• Support commercial and investment decisions through scenario modelling, sensitivity analysis and business cases

• Provide insight into programme performance, benefits realisation and cost trajectories

• Ensure strong financial governance, regulatory compliance and internal controls

• Present clear, concise financial reporting to the Executive team and senior stakeholders

• Champion continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and reporting

• Lead, mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a high‑performance culture

• Collaborate with teams across Strategy, Technology, Operations, Product, Pricing and Treasury

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

• Fully qualified accountant (CAANZ, CFA or equivalent)

• Minimum 7 years’ post‑qualification experience in senior finance or business partnering roles

• Advanced expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis

• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of business drivers

• Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders with confidence

• Experience in scenario modelling, sensitivity analysis and investment evaluation

• Strong data analytics and reporting capability, including dashboards and insights

• Knowledge of financial governance, controls and regulatory requirements

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP or Oracle), advanced Excel, and BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau

• A collaborative leadership style with a track record of developing high‑performing teams

What sets you apart?

• Strategic thinker who balances big‑picture outcomes with execution discipline

• Clear and persuasive communicator, able to simplify complex financial concepts

• Proactive and solutions‑focused, anticipating issues before they arise

• Adaptable and resilient in fast‑paced, evolving environments

• High integrity, sound judgement and strong professional ethics

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:

• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best

• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year

• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme

• Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility

• Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers

• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday

• 2 Volunteer days per year

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. 

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. 

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

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