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Blackpearl Group, the fastest growing technology company listed on the NZX, is hiring a Financial Reporting Manager for a newly created role based in Wellington, New Zealand. With headquarters in Wellington and offices in Auckland and Arizona, Blackpearl offers employees exposure to international best practice within an agile environment. The company's mantra 'Better Growth Together' reflects its belief in shared achievement: when customers succeed so does every member of the team.
What you'll do:
- Lead the preparation of half-year and year-end financial statements at both individual entity and consolidated group levels in accordance with IFRS, ensuring accuracy and alignment with external expectations.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with IFRS standards as well as evolving accounting regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
- Drive quarterly, annual, and market reporting processes by collaborating closely with internal stakeholders to deliver timely and insightful financial information.
- Liaise effectively with external auditors to coordinate audit delivery while providing comprehensive support throughout the audit process.
- Support investor and board reporting by working collaboratively with FP&A teams to deliver clear and concise financial insights.
- Partner with legal and governance teams to ensure statutory requirements are met and compliance activities are robust across the group.
- Provide oversight on tax implications including transfer pricing matters relevant to international operations.
- Continuously improve internal controls while supporting initiatives that enhance finance team efficiency and effectiveness.
- Act as the subject-matter expert for technical accounting issues within the organisation, offering guidance on complex transactions or new standards.
- Contribute positively to team culture by sharing knowledge generously and fostering an environment of mutual respect.
What you bring:
- CA qualified with strong technical capability in IFRS
- Demonstrated experience leading preparation and consolidation of financial statements as well as managing audits from planning through completion stages.
- Comfortable working across international entities involving multiple currencies while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
- Proven ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to varied audiences including senior stakeholders or non-finance professionals.
- Meticulous attention to detail combined with a methodical approach ensures reliable outcomes even under tight deadlines.
- Advanced Excel skills are essential; familiarity with Xero or HubSpot systems would be advantageous but not required.
- Calmness under pressure coupled with organisational skills enables effective management of competing priorities during busy periods.
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