Consulting - Finance and Operations Transformation - Manager / Associate Director

Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary Kia ora, Innovate. Build. Reinvent. Make your tech skills count at PwC New Zealand. At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems. This is a place to keep growing. You'll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa. You will be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, leading engagements from end-to-end and working closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver impactful, value-driven solutions. This includes transforming finance operating models, enhancing enterprise data and performance capabilities, and embedding efficient, future-focused ways of working across people, process, and technology. As an Associate Director, you will play a key leadership role in engagements; leading project teams, guiding them through ambiguity, and ensuring high-quality outcomes for clients. You will also act as a mentor, supporting the development of junior team members through coaching, on-the-job training, and performance feedback. In addition, you will build strong client relationships, contribute to business development, and support the continued growth of our Finance and Operations practice. Based in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland, this role primarily supports public sector clients, with opportunities to work across the private sector. This is a permanent, full-time position, Monday to Friday with a minimum of 37.5 hours per week. Ngā kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role Lead and deliver finance transformation engagements, with a focus on the commercial side of finance Support the design and implementation of finance operating models, including process simplification, efficiency improvements, and adoption of emerging capabilities (e.g. AI in finance). Provide CFO advisory services, helping clients improve financial performance, decision-making, and strategic alignment. Apply strong enterprise performance management (EPM) and financial planning expertise to drive better forecasting, budgeting, and reporting outcomes. Act as a trusted business partner, demonstrating a deep understanding of commercial drivers and how organisations create value. Lead and mentor junior team members, providing guidance, structure, and support across engagements. Build and maintain strong client relationships, engaging confidently with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership. Contribute to business development activities, including presentations, proposals, and supporting growth of the practice. Play an active role in identifying and converting new business opportunities, including participation in competitive tenders. Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe, ka whakawhanakehia rānei i tēnei tūranga  / Skills you will bring or develop in this role 7+ years' experience in a finance-related role, ideally combining industry and consulting/professional services experience. Background in commercial finance or accounting (e.g. FP&A, reporting, analysis) Experience in professional services (e.g. audit or consulting), with exposure to advisory and project-based work. Proven experience leading and delivering projects or engagements in a client-facing environment. Strong leadership and coaching capability, with the ability to develop junior team members. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior executives and Boards. Commercially minded, with strong business acumen and problem-solving skills. High levels of drive, charisma, and relationship-building ability, with a desire to grow, progress, and contribute to practice development. Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days' paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies) Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you'll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems. Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture Time off - Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period; purchase up to two extra weeks' annual leave Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave Mō te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for? Belong to a community of problem solvers where differences are embraced. We'll empower you with technology, coaching, flexibility and trust to make a meaningful difference. Learn more on our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html. Grow here. Go further. Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered Motuhake / Independence: Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process. Tono tika mai / Please apply directly: We're not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you'd like to be considered, please apply directly - we'd love to hear from you. Nau mai ngā tono wawe / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate. Atamai hangahanga / A.I. usage: Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people. Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Yes Job Posting End Date Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We'll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.