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Mō te tūranga | About the Role
Britomart, Auckland | Senior Leadership Role
At Westpac, we’re seeking a Head of Finance to partner with the Consumer Bank & Wealth leadership team and shape strong, sustainable commercial outcomes.
This is a senior role with real influence, combining strategic financial leadership with a collaborative, people‑focused approach. As a trusted adviser to senior leaders, you’ll deliver clear financial insight, support confident decision‑making, and lead a high‑performing finance team in an environment that values inclusion, balance, and purpose.
Key Responsibilities include:
You’ll partner with senior leaders to drive commercial and financial outcomes
Provide clear, timely financial analysis and insights across the business
Translate complex performance data into practical, actionable advice
Oversee forecasting, target setting, and financial governance
Present confidently to executive audiences, enabling strong decision‑making
Lead, coach, and grow a capable and engaged finance team
Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?
We’re interested in experienced finance leaders who bring both strength and perspective to the table.
You’ll bring:
Senior‑level partnering experience in a complex, performance‑driven environment
Strong commercial judgement and the confidence to influence at executive level
The ability to communicate financial insights clearly to diverse audiences
Solid understanding of banking metrics, revenue and funds transfer pricing
Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams
CA (or equivalent) with significant banking experience
If you don’t meet every requirement but feel this role aligns with your experience and leadership style, we encourage you to apply.
Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
At Westpac, our leadership approach is grounded in trust, inclusion, and flexibility. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to creating a workplace where people can do their best work while balancing life outside of it. We’re proud to support flexible working, career development, and leadership pathways that reflect the realities of modern careers.
Immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, and receive some of the best banking, and lifestyle benefits in the market along with:
4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers
Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave
School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
2 Volunteer days per year
Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.
What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.
The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.
Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater
Applications close:
18 May 2026
