Financial Operations Analyst
Auckland - New Zealand
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Job Summary
At Halter were on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break No quad bikes no dogs no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. Its changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us youll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think out-work and out-care. Were committed to delivering real change in the world - this isnt easy and in truth we love that its hard.
Were backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund Bessemer Venture Partners BOND DCVC Blackbird Promus Ventures Rocket Labs Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures.
To find out more visit our LinkedIn & Instagram.
Were after a Financial Operations Analyst to be the engine room of our day-to-day finance operations covering customer accounts supplier payments and employee expenses. Youll be the go-to person the wider business turns to when they need something sorted fast and right.
This is a cross-functional role by design. Youll work closely with Sales Customer People and teams right across Halter not just Finance. If you like variety own outcomes and want your work to actually move the needle this is for you.
Customers: Support accounts receivable process: invoicing collections and resolving billing queries quickly and professionally protecting the customer relationship every step of the way.
Suppliers: Support our Financial Accountant on accounts payable: processing invoices supplier onboarding reconciling accounts and being a reliable point of contact for our suppliers.
Employees: Manage the employee expense process: reviewing claims reconciling corporate cards employee reimbursements and keeping a high standard on details required without slowing the business down.
Cross-functional support: Be the first port of call for finance questions from teams across Halter: clear fast and helpful every time.
Process improvement: Spot the gaps fix the clunky stuff and build better ways of working. We want someone who improves the system not just runs it.
Month-end: Support close activities related to AR AP and expenses keeping our financial records accurate and audit-ready.
Experience in an accounts finance operations or accounts administration role ideally across AP AR or expenses. Sharp numbers-hungry graduates who are keen to learn fast are welcome too.
Sharp attention to detail. You notice the things others miss and you chase them down until theyre resolved.
A genuine bias for action. You see a problem you fix it. You dont wait to be told.
Comfortable operating at pace with ambiguity and without a playbook for everything.
Strong communication skills: confident chasing payments questioning a number or pushing back whoever youre talking to.
A customer-first mindset and pride in doing things properly not just quickly.
Most of all: youre keen. You want to roll your sleeves up and build something exceptional not just show up for the job title.
Real ownership from day one with visibility across the whole business not just Finance.
A seat on a team thats here to win moves at max velocity and backs each other to get there.
The chance to shape how finance operations work as Halter scales fast across NZ Australia and the US.
An office-first Auckland team that works hard shares the wins and doesnt take itself too seriously along the way.
Delicious snacks and drinks are available for your daily flow.
Healthy body healthy mind. Were partnered with Southern Cross Health Insurance to support your well-being.
We offer 6 months of fully paid parental leave for primary caregivers 4 weeks of fully paid secondary caregiver leave and many other parental benefits that support you and your family.
Our personal growth is important. Halter offers an annual $1000 self-development budget to be used for anything that fuels personal growth.
Our time to recharge is valued were offered wellness leave and unlimited paid annual leave.
Importantly we offer an inclusive and attractive remuneration package made up of salary benefits and an employee stock ownership plan.
Humans are wired for connection. Being office first is a core pillar of our culture because in-person connections drive your growth learning impact and relationships. Strong relationships make it easier to disagree give feedback and do meaningful work together.
Were office first not office only. Working from the office is our default but we flex when needed. We have a high-trust culture where everyone is trusted to do whats best for Halter.
Our office vibe is special the high energy and spectacular people make work enjoyable. Your growth and impact are unlimited here coming from solving problems innovating and constantly learning from each other.
Halter is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace a place where we can each be ourselves and do the best work of our lives. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements women and under-represented groups of candidates tend to only apply when they meet every requirement. If you think you have what it takes but dont necessarily tick every requirement on this job description please still get in touch and apply to Halter. Wed love to chat to see if youll be an epic fit!
If this opportunity sounds like you please apply below by sending through your cover letter explaining why youre excited about this role and working at Halter along with your CV and well be in touch!
Please also feel free to check out the careers page for more information on working at Halter and dont forget to follow us on LinkedIn & Instagram.
Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful helping farmers improve their livelihoods spend more time with their families and build more sustainable operations.
Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse kind and driven people who push each other to do their best work. Youll be thrown into the deep end tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems.
Youll grow here. Autonomy mastery and learning define how we work. Youll have the freedom to work on interesting problems master new skills and continuously develop yourself both through your role and our $1000 personal growth fund.
This isnt easy and we love that its hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast take bold bets and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship but its an epic journey to be a part of!
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About Company
Manage your pasture, virtually fence and shift your cows, monitor their health and detect heats. All through solar-powered collars and an easy-to-use app. Trusted by over 1000+ farmers.