Finance Lead

Wētā FX is a leader in creativity and innovation in visual effects and animation, attracting talent, partners, and clients who strive to push the boundaries of what is possible in pursuit of their artistic vision.

Throughout our journey, our ground-breaking work has earned us six Academy Awards® for visual effects, twelve Academy Sci-Tech Awards, and six BAFTA Awards for visual effects, in addition to 34 Visual Effects Society Awards given by our peers. We are known for our performance-driven animated characters such as Gollum, Kong, Neytiri, and Caesar, as well as for creating iconic worlds like Middle-earth, Pandora, and many others.

We are seeking an experienced and talented finance professional to join our tight-knit, high-performing Finance department. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a well-established organisation and a fantastic finance team, in a role that offers a wide range of challenges and the chance to gain significant ERP project experience.

What you will do:

• Support and facilitate high-quality financial reporting and analysis within Finance and for the wider business, maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with the development of new reporting and analytics tools.
  
• Drive, champion, and continuously improve internal controls across all financial accounting processes.
• Lead key, complex financial processes including revenue recognition and group consolidation across Finance and the wider business.
• Contribute to monthly financial reporting for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Board.
• Manage the preparation of six-monthly and annual financial statements.
• Lead and manage the day-to-day external audit process.
• Participate in the final design and testing of, and then embed, new financial processes within Wētā's new ERP system.

What you will bring:

• Proven, experience in financial accounting, with a comprehensive understanding of IFRS and its application in dynamic and complex business environments.
• Chartered Accountant (or equivalent) qualification.
• Demonstrated experience with cloud-based ERP systems, preferably Dynamics 365 F&O, and advanced proficiency in Business Intelligence tools like Power BI.
• Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting purposes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly and effectively.
• A highly analytical mindset with a strong attention to detail.
• The ability to perform well under pressure, prioritising tasks, and deadlines effectively.

Why join us?

At Wētā FX, you will be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of creativity and technology. Your work will have a tangible impact on our success and the future of the industry. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and eager to tackle new challenges, we would love to hear from you!

We are committed to providing a discrimination-free experience from the moment you apply. If there is anything we can do to make the recruitment process easier, please let us know at recruitment@wetafx.co.nz.

Location: Wellington - New Zealand