Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

  • Sit at the executive, lead finance and risk
  • Influence strategy and decision making
  • Vibrant growing community

Known as the “Land of Ranges”, there are thousands of reasons to fall in love with the Tararua District! Whether it’s the people, the stunning landscape or the eye-catching natural attractions and national forests, Tararua offers caring, vibrant communities and an uncrowded lifestyle, and is attracting people to the region and relaxing way of life!

As an organisation, Tararua District Council are proud of being a values-based organisation filled with passionate, motivated and creative people dedicated to delivering only the very best for their community.  It is an exciting time to join as the district experiences unprecedented growth and Council is making bold decisions for the future.

As Chief Financial Officer and valued member of the executive team, your role is to provide the financial assurance, risk management and analysis underpinning all strategy, investment, planning and decision making.

Bringing a depth of financial leadership experience, ideally within local Government, we are looking for an exceptional people leader, who demonstrates commercial and political nous, and has a clear vision of what good looks like.

You will bring excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and translate complexity at all levels.

You will be innovative and resourceful in your thinking, bring a strong appreciation of best practice and internal controls, and promote a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

In return, this is a great role you will be contributing to the success of the Tararua District and community!

Position Description - Chief Financial Officer - May 2025
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For further information or a confidential discussion about this position, please contact: 

Tracy Szeto
Managing Principal Consultant 
021 422 039 tracy.szeto@jacksonstone.co.nz

Completed applications must be submitted by following this link:

https://jacksonstone.co.nz/job/bh-11304-chief-financial-officer/

Or emailing:

tracy.szeto@jacksonstone.co.nz by Sunday 22 June at 11:59pm.