Commercial Finance Manager, Christchurch
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Westland Milk Products

Commercial Finance Manager

  • Posted 2w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Hornby, Christchurch

Job Description

Drive Strategy. Influence Decisions. Create Value.


Are you a commercially astute finance leader who thrives on turning complex data into strategic business decisions?


At Westland Milk Products, part of the global Yili Oceania Business Division, we're looking for a high-calibre Commercial Finance Manager to partner with senior leaders and help shape the future of our business. This is a pivotal role where you'll combine commercial insight, strategic thinking, and financial expertise to drive profitability, growth, and performance across our Sales, Marketing, Innovation, and Supply Planning functions.


Why this role?


This isn't your typical finance position.


You'll sit at the heart of key business decisions, providing commercial challenge and strategic guidance to senior stakeholders. From evaluating new product opportunities and marketing investments to influencing pricing strategies, capital projects, and long-term planning, you'll play a critical role in shaping business outcomes.


You'll lead a talented Commercial Finance Analyst while partnering closely with executive leaders across the organisation, including Sales, Marketing, Innovation, Operations, and Finance.


What you'll be doing


  • Providing commercial insights that influence major business decisions
  • Leading financial analysis, business cases, pricing reviews, and profitability assessments
  • Driving budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and performance improvement initiatives
  • Partnering with senior leaders to identify opportunities and manage risks
  • Supporting strategic planning, investment decisions, and long-term growth initiatives
  • Championing process improvements, financial governance, and best-practice controls
  • Coaching and developing a Commercial Finance Analyst while fostering a high-performance culture


What you'll bring


We're looking for someone who can confidently move between the boardroom and the spreadsheet.


You'll bring:


  • Chartered Accountant qualification
  • Proven commercial finance leadership experience
  • Strong business partnering and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Exceptional analytical and financial modelling capability
  • The confidence to challenge constructively and influence decision-making
  • A strategic mindset combined with hands-on delivery
  • Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, dairy, or other complex commercial environments is highly regarded but not essential


Why join Westland Milk Products?


At Westland, we're passionate about producing world-class dairy nutrition products for global markets while creating an environment where our people can thrive. Backed by the strength of the Yili Group, you'll enjoy the opportunity to make a genuine impact in a business that's committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and long-term growth.


If you're ready to step into a highly influential finance role where your insights will help shape strategic decisions across the business, we'd love to hear from you.



Apply now and bring your commercial expertise to a business where finance is a true strategic partner

Desired Hard Skills

  • Budget Forecasting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Modelling
  • Financial Reporting
  • Pricing Analysis

Desired Soft Skills

  • Business Partnering
  • Decision Making
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Team Leadership

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday

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