Finance Manager

Auckland - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Ready to sit in the co-pilot seat and help steer the business forward
Mars New Zealand home to market leading brands such as MARS SNICKERS EXTRA ECLIPSE PEDIGREE
Perm Full time role based onsite Ellerslie Hybrid working Free onsite parking

At Marswere more than just a global business generating over $35 billion in annual sales were a passionate people-first family-owned company.

Were looking for a Finance Manager to join Mars NZ someone who loves turning numbers into insight partnering closely with Sales and influencing big commercial decisions.

In this role youll act as the S&F co-pilot to our Commercial teams while also leading financial performance for one of our Segments (Petcare or Snacking) which are exciting and fast-moving parts of the business.

What Youll Be Doing

Youll combine strategic thinking with hands-on commercial partnering including:

Co-piloting the Sales function to deliver against sales profitability and strategic goals
Partnering with the Sales Director and Sales Leadership Team to shape measure and track strategy
Leading Sales & Finance input into S&OP especially Step 2 / Demand
Owning forward-looking planning forecasts and insights that support decision-making
Tracking and analysing segment performance growth profitability brand and category
Developing and governing Trade Investment spend to maximise returns
Delivering high-impact sales reporting quarterly commentary and performance insights
Partnering with the Financial Controller on annual plans and ongoing performance tracking
Supporting key balance sheet reconciliations and ad-hoc commercial projects

Why This Role Matters

This role is both a senior finance leader and a commercial navigator. Youll work across Sales Marketing and Supply to ensure were making smart customer-centric decisions that drive sustainable growth.

What Were Looking For

Youll thrive here if you bring:

A Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or Business
CA / CPA / CIMA (or similar) preferred
FMCG experience ideally partnering with Sales and/or Marketing
Strong commercial finance skills forecasting trade investment and performance analysis
Confidence using BI tools and advanced Excel to turn data into insight
A collaborative style and the ability to build trusted relationships through clear compelling storytelling

Why Join Mars

At Mars youll find a purpose-led culture iconic brands flexible working and a genuine commitment to development and wellbeing.

Youll be trusted supported and empowered to make an impact every day.

If youre ready to co-pilot growth influence strategy and help shape the future of the Pet segment wed love to hear from you.

Internal associates: This role has been graded as a T2 opportunity. Ensure that you discuss your application with your line manager prior to applying including obtaining their endorsement.

Applications close: Midnight Sunday the 4th of Jan 2026

Required Experience:

Manager

Job Description:Ready to sit in the co-pilot seat and help steer the business forwardMars New Zealand home to market leading brands such as MARS SNICKERS EXTRA ECLIPSE PEDIGREEPerm Full time role based onsite Ellerslie Hybrid working Free onsite parkingAt Marswere more than just a global business ...