Finance Programme Manager, Auckland

Auckland Transport (AT) is on a mission to transform Auckland into a vibrant city that moves, so that Aucklanders can connect with the people and places they love. Be part of Auckland's exciting future and development. From transport infrastructure to customer-focused solutions, we're creating seamless journeys across our city that enable businesses and Aucklanders to thrive.Regardless of your choice to walk, cycle, drive, take the ferry or train, we are passionate about working together to deliver safe, efficient, innovative and sustainable options whilst providing a transport system that will create a vibrant and connected Auckland. Transport has the potential to shape our city for the better - from the streets we live, work and spend time on, to the trains, bus services, cycle and walkways we use every day.Te Whiwhinga mahi| The opportunity In this role you will lead an improvement programme across the broader finance function. This will be a leadership role and will work closely with the GM Finance to develop a programme of work to take the finance function from "good to great". The outcomes of the programme will include improved processes, systems and capability within the finance function.Key responsibilities include: Leading the delivery of specific improvement projects within the overall transformation plan. Chairing finance improvement steering group to provide oversight of the programme, including prioritisation of individual initiatives and tracking progress against milestones and benefit realisation.Research and bring to the table for consideration the latest thinking around finance transformation globally. Establish a technology roadmap for finance in conjunction with the Technology team including utilisation of latest tools and technologies e.g. PowerBI dashboard reporting and Robotic Process Automation.Collaborate and coordinate within AT's finance team to ensure the whole team feel like they are part of every step of the continuous improvement journey. Please note: This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity. Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? A tertiary degree qualification in Finance and/or Business Management, accounting or a related discipline or equivalent.Professional certifications in Project Management Financial or business management background with 10+ years' experience across a variety of different types of organisations. Minimum of 3-5 years' experience as a Project and/or Programme Manager. Experience delivering on transformation or change projects in complex organisations, with a proven ability to deliver outcomes.Experience interfacing with IT teams on technology projects. Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally in virtual teams to deliver desired outcomes. You will need to demonstrate that you have successfully initiated, led and implemented a similar programme previously. At AT, weembraceinclusion and fully support building a diverse workplace where people come first and we feel safe, respected, valued and supported, inclusive of our differences.Our values are more than just words - they are integral to everything we do. Manaakitanga - We care, Tiakitanga - Safe with us, Whanaungatanga - We connect, Auahatanga - Better, bolder, together.In addition, we also offer: Investment in your professional development and training Opportunity for greater leadership and accountability ModernCBD (Wynyard Quarter) waterfront-basedoffice Paid parental and partner leave Study assistance Health and Wellbeing benefits Professional membershipsAT Connect groups such as Mana ka Māori, Women@AT, and many more! Come join us in in shaping the future of transport in Auckland - apply today with an updated CV and cover letter. We tiaki all those who use transport in Tāmaki Makaurau. #LI-JG1 Reference # 71033 Posted: 07 May 2025 Closes: 21 May 2025 21:00Location(s) Central Auckland Expertise Financial Services, Information Technology, Project Management IT, Project Management Support, Senior Management, Stakeholder relationships #J-18808-Ljbffr