Finance Manager – Farming & Forestry
 
Lead Financial Excellence in New Zealand’s Farming and Forestry Sectors

• Shape the future of farming and forestry finance by leading end-to-end financial management for Craigmore’s dynamic and growing operations.
• Make an impact with your leadership and technical expertise, driving process improvements and aligning financial strategies with organisational goals.
• Join a sustainable, innovative organisation that values collaboration, supports its communities, and is positioned for continued growth in the agricultural sector.

Craigmore Sustainables (Craigmore) is a distinctive New Zealand-owned and operated company overseeing more than 35,000 hectares of dairy, grazing, forestry, and horticulture properties. They manage 71 properties in total, with more pending settlement across the country. Managing over $1.1 billion in assets and employing more than 350 people, Craigmore is at the forefront of sustainable land management.
 
As a leader in the management of farming, forestry, and horticulture assets across New Zealand, Craigmore’s commitment to sustainable practices and delivering strong outcomes for investors and communities has driven significant growth. To help support this success Craigmore is positioning its Finance team, FinCo, to enable further development and continued achievement.
 
Reporting to the GM Finance, the Finance Manager – Farming & Forestry will oversee the financial management of Craigmore’s farming and forestry businesses. This senior leadership role involves driving excellence in financial reporting, management reporting, compliance, and investor reporting while supporting operational leaders to achieve their goals. The successful candidate will also lead a team of dedicated finance professionals, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
 
This role offers a unique opportunity to influence and shape financial processes for Craigmore’s farming and forestry divisions, enhance reporting frameworks and support strategic projects which position the organisation for further growth. An affinity for the primary sector, coupled with an appreciation for its unique challenges and opportunities will be essential for success.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide end-to-end financial oversight of farming and forestry operations, including compliance, management reporting and investor reporting.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Drive process improvement initiatives, particularly within forestry, to elevate reporting and operational efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with operational GMs, ensuring alignment and transparency.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.
• Proven leadership experience, ideally in a multi-entity or complex financial environment.
• Technical expertise in financial reporting, compliance and risk management.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset and openness to innovation.
• An interest, passion or affinity with the primary sector.

Take the Next Step!
 
Ready to shape your future with an exciting organisation that genuinely values its people? Join Craigmore Sustainables and be part of a team supporting great outcomes in the agricultural sector. Apply now or contact Rob Bishop on 03 265 0666 for a confidential conversation.
 
Applications close on Friday 14th February.