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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Finance
Business
Higgins
Location
Bay of Plenty
Job Reference
42432
Posted Date
09-Feb-2026
Closing Date
08-Mar-2026

Description

We have an opportunity for an experienced Regional Finance Manager to join the Higgins team in Bay of Plenty.  This is a senior position reporting to the Area Finance Manager, where you will be lead the financials for the Higgins region while managing a team. You’ll work closely with our highly skilled managers to help drive the region’s success.

You’ll bring a modern approach to accounting and the ability to operate in a fast paced environment. Exceptional communication skills are essential, as you’ll engage with a wide range of key internal stakeholders. This is a hands on role, so we’re looking for a quick thinker with strong problem solving abilities, high attention to detail, and the capability to provide accurate information promptly.

What you’ll bring to the role:
  • Tertiary qualification in accounting with at least 5 years’ practical experience
  • Experience using the JDE operating system is highly sought after
  • Prior experience in Civil Contracting/Construction industries is desirable.
  • CA status or working towards this (support available)
  • Experience managing a team is preferred but not essential – you will enjoy leading people or be ready to step into leadership
  • Confidence in owning and managing workflows with competing deadlines
  • Highly organised, with strong prioritisation and communication skills

Come join the Higgins Team:
  • Leadership role where you can shape exceptional financial management processes while coaching, mentoring & developing your team
  • Competitive salary package 
  • In house technical training and leadership development programmes
  • Access to educational funds for you and your children
  • Funding for school holiday programmes and tutoring for your children
  • Discounts: Southern Cross, ANZ, Z energy, PlaceMakers, Mico and Samsung
  • Market-leading parental leave policy
  • Fletcher Building share scheme options

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth – because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

We're with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua 

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.