Job Description FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING MANAGER This job description provides an indicative outline of the purpose and accountabilities of the role. Specific performance requirements and expectations will be included in annual performance objectives. Reporting Relationship and Location Reports to: Department/ Team: Controller Finance and Information Group Purpose and Major Challenges of the Role The Accounting (FAM) is responsible for leading the Accounting Team and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of Landcorp s financial records, reports and financial reconciliations. The FAM will ensure compliance with Landcorp s corporate financial policies and confirm these policies meet New Zealand equivalents to the International Reporting Standards. The FAM is also responsible for compliance with all taxation requirements including the preparation of the annual tax returns. The Accounting will support the Operations Team with technical advice as required. The role is challenging in its breadth, and whilst a substantial component relates to compliance, the value driver is in the commercial savvy thinking the incumbent will need to exemplify through finance decision support. Role Accountabilities Manage, mentor and support the staff within the Accounting Team to be motivated, effective and efficient in their roles, and provide opportunities for growth and development. Act as a subject matter expert on all technical accounting and taxation issues. Ensure the accurate preparation of Group and company statutory reporting. Prepare the monthly reports, both routine and ad hoc Board and management reports, including performance and analysis and cashflow statements. Leading the monthly monitoring and reporting of operating and capital expenditure variances. Ensure compliance with all taxation requirements, including the preparation of the annual tax returns for all companies. Ensure accurate and up to date finance information to support decision making. Provide effective finance guidance on key initiatives and projects Support the Controller with Landcorp s treasury operation, including risk management strategies and policies, and the development of financial investment proposals Job Description Updated 25.02.15 Page 1 of 5
Deputise for the Controller and advise the Controller on any business improvement initiatives that should be undertaken within the Finance Team. Provide finance services to third parties as required. Manage share standard compliance. Report proactively to the business and leadership team on Finance issues. Reporting to the Audit Committee. Dimensions Operating and/ or Capital budget: As per the agreed annual plan/budget Number of Staff: 4 Direct Reports: 4 Through subordinates: 0 Total: 4 Total Revenue: Total Expenditure: Total Assets: Net Assets: Landcorp Payroll: $247 million (based on 2014 Annual Report) $207 million (based on 2014 Annual Report) $1.7 billion (based on 2014 Annual Report) $1.4 billion (based on 2014 Annual Report) 695 employees Decision Making Authority a) delegations: i. Direct Purchases ii. Invoice approval b) Other major actions able to be taken within delegated authorities: Key Relationships Internal CFO Accountant Accounting Team Controller Accounts Payable Team External External Auditors Internal Auditors Tax Advisors Suppliers Customers Business Intelligence Team Job Description Updated 25.02.15 Page 2 of 5
Position in Organisation Chief Officer (CFO) Tech & Innovation Business Planning and Performance Business Improvement Controller General Counsel Procurement Accounting Finance Team Leader Accountant Assistant Accountant x 2 Assistant Accountant - Assets Finance Officer Accounts Payable x 3 Finance Officer Revenue x 2 Qualifications and Experience Essential Preferred Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of qualifications and experience. Minimum 8 10 years experience in a Finance role. An understanding of external financial reporting, including preparation of group financial statements. Ability to interpret accounting and financial reporting issues. Exposure to corporate taxation, including income tax and GST. Understanding of Finance in New Zealand agribusiness. Worked within the Finance section of a corporate agribusiness. Job Description Updated 25.02.15 Page 3 of 5
Awareness of internal control processes and procedures and experience in process improvement. An awareness of treasury risk management, including management of interest-rate and foreign-currency risk. Ability to think strategically and cope with business complexity. Leadership skills with the ability to coach and interact with senior management. Ability to build strong networks with key stakeholders (internal and external). Understanding of commercial realities and well developed business acumen. Core Competencies Landcorp Values Deep Insight - Deep understanding of our business, our customers and their customers. Organisational awareness: Understands mission, values, operations, structure and goals of the organisation. Defines our story and seeks opportunities to engage others in it. Decision Making / Judgement: Considers the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate. Evolves processes to meet future customer expectations and maximise value. Establishes systems and structures to guide decision making Sheer Determination - To create, to achieve, to lead. Problem Solving: Identifies problems, develops and evaluates options, and implements solutions. Drives strategy and business plan across the Company. Promotes and shares proven solutions, processes and systems. Proactivity: Anticipates and prevents future problems, takes charge to bring about change, and takes initiative within role. Prepares the team for the future. Applies skills successfully in novel situations. Delivers results. Complete Openness - With each other, with customers and partners, and to new ideas. Teamwork: Establishes mutually collaborative relationships with peers, customers and partners. Establishes systems which keep people informed and up-to-date. Self-Awareness: Recognises one s attitudes, preferences, emotions, strengths, and weaknesses. Helps others identify and address areas requiring development. Actively seeks and acts on feedback on own performance. Kaitiakitanga - Guardianship, care and wise management of what s been entrusted to us. Prioritisation: Self-directs own activities through goal setting, time management, planning, etc. Monitors and coaches s on best practice. Establishes measures of wise management and performance relating to strategy. Promotes one Landcorp goals and activities. Influence: Asserts own ideas and persuades others to gain support and commitment. Infectious enthusiasm. Develops and effectively uses internal and external networks to improve Company performance Core Competencies Position Specific Job Description Updated 25.02.15 Page 4 of 5
Confident leadership Enjoys challenges, has the courage to speak up and take action. Relishes interactions with senior managers and peers. Demonstrates effectiveness at leading a high performing team to achieve organisational goals. Sets clear expectations and provides role clarity. Provides feedback and guidance. Holds staff accountable. Is trustworthy in all dealings. Actively listens with an open mind. Results orientation Focuses on achieving results, constantly delivers on promises. Thrives on a challenge, has the energy to push through barriers, recognising opportunities. Has commercial understanding of how the business operates. Embraces the relationship between stakeholders and the business. Strong Communicator Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Provides timely and full information so others can do their job effectively and feel connected to the organisation s broader goals. Customer Centred - Satisfied only when exceeding customers expectations. Takes a lead directly from customers to improve product and service offering. Gains and keeps the trust and respect of customers. Awareness of Others Values the contribution others bring to Landcorp, encourages diversity. Is approachable and builds strong relationships across the business and externally, encourages and role models collaboration. Sees the potential in others, understands and cares about what drives different groups. Helps others to progress their careers. Quick and Quality Decisions Makes effective decisions in a timely manner using sound judgement. Focuses on what s important. Doesn t require the full picture to make good decisions and take action. Isn t off-balance when things are uncertain or undecided. Creating one team Creates an environment where direct reports are motivated and empowered. Encourages contribution, fostering a strong team culture. Celebrates team achievements. Effectively delegates and shares ownership with direct reports, setting achievable stretch targets. Acts quickly, strongly and fairly when dealing with employee problems. Ensures all team members are treated with respect. Continuous Improvement Creates an environment where learning and improvement is the norm. Actively looks for opportunities to improve and simplify things. Dedicated to providing the highest quality products and services which meet internal and external customer needs. Facilitates and drives change. Relationship Management Knows how to build and maintain constructive and effective relationships. Builds excellent rapport with customers and suppliers, communicates clearly. Inspires and influences others, works well in a team. Resolves issues without discord, seen as a collaborator and team player. Initiative Able to develop a new plan or action to improve something or solve a problem. Demonstrates high levels of initiative. Self Aware High level of engagement. Balances ambition with the needs of the business and others. Embraces the opportunity for continuous learning. Knows and admits own strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and limits. Actively seeks and acts on feedback, learns from mistakes. Has a high level of resilience, and is a calming influence in tense situations. Intellectual and Emotional Intelligence Has the intellect, knowledge, skills and motivation to perform at a high level. Demonstrates emotional intelligence (EQ) to recognize own emotional state. Understands the emotions, needs, and concerns of others; picks up on emotional cues. Job Description Updated 25.02.15 Page 5 of 5