• A true people-centric role focused on strong workplace culture
• Flexible working options - family first ethos
• Exciting big projects in the pipeline - longevity & stability!

Jones & Sandford Timber & Hardware 1999 Ltd
(T/A Mitre 10 MEGA , Mitre 10 St Aubyn Street & Columbus Coffee New Plymouth)

Mitre 10 has been equipping, inspiring, and supporting Kiwi DIYers and tradies since 1974. We are New Zealand’s largest home improvement and garden retailer and trade merchant. We have served Taranaki for 50 years and we’ve loved every minute of it. We’re with the New Zealand community all the way.

Working at Mitre 10

At Mitre 10, It’s both a fact and a feeling. Family ownership is deeply ingrained in our history and there’s a family vibe to working here. We take care of our own, celebrate the good times and pull together in the tough ones.
When working at Mitre 10, you can expect a great company, a great job and great recognition. We aim to empower people, foster collaborative networks, and develop our teams through endless learning opportunities.
Our Values we live by:

• Customer obsessed
• One team
• Honest & fair
• Strive for excellence

About the role

As the Financial Controller, you will oversee and manage all aspects of financial leadership including business partnering with wider departments within the Mitre 10 St Aubyn Street, Mitre 10 MEGA and Columbus Coffee New Plymouth stores.
This role is based in the MEGA store in the Valley shopping centre and reports directly to the Member Principal. This is a full-time opportunity offering flexibility to suit your lifestyle. Weekly hours can range from 35 (minimum) - 40 hours.
This role will focus on:

• Leading your team of five direct reports within the IT and Finance functions through coaching, mentoring, and encouraging learning opportunities.
• Overseeing all financial aspects of the business – sales & stock management, management accounting, budgeting, cash flow management and external compliance.
• Nurturing a positive and collaborative culture and working environment that promotes engagement and high performance.
• Working collaboratively with and supporting the Member Principal (owner), Mitre 10 NZ Ltd (the Cooperative), the Management Team and internal/external stakeholders to deliver the strategic goals of the Mitre 10.
• Leading the implementation and ongoing development of the financial systems and processes including a transition to SAP

What we offer

• A healthy work-life balance offering flexibility and focusing on your family first
• Competitive salary and KPI bonus potential
• Professional development & training opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package – examples include:
  • Annual health, dental and vision check up
  • Paid birthday off
  • Employee of the month (paid day off)
  • Columbus Coffee, VTNZ and Gym discounts!

Skills & Experience

To succeed in this role you will have:

• Proven financial leadership background, preferably within a commercial environment
• Proven experience leading a team, coaching, mentoring, and setting goals and expectations
• Experience with building and maintaining effective relationships and gaining the cooperation of a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Working towards/ qualified CA (or equivalent) with a strong understanding of technical finance and accounting principles
• Good understanding of ERP systems - preferably experience leading a system implementation or change
• Ability to contribute to problem-solving, forming useful solutions and being one step ahead.

How to apply

If you are a passionate, energetic financial superstar looking to join a cohesive, supportive and great workplace, click Apply today.

This role is being managed exclusively through Moxie. If you have questions, please reach out to Lauren at lauren@moxie.