About Farrah’s - Founded in 1999 by Farrah and Jovan, Farrah's has grown to be New Zealand's leading manufacturer of wraps and tortillas. Our products are proudly made in our world class ‘Bread Quarters’ in Upper Hutt, using only the finest ingredients and manufactured using ‘state of the art’ machinery and technology.
As our successful business continues to expand, new team members are joining a dynamic, collaborative workforce, dedicated to our commitment of quality and affordability when it comes to providing healthy and nutritious meal options for everyday New Zealanders. We work hard as a family to ensure we deliver on that promise we make every.
We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Head of Finance to join our team and contribute to our continued success and growth.
The Role - The Head of Finance is a key leadership position, reporting to the General Manager and a financially savvy board, and contributing as a trusted member of the senior leadership team.
This role oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting, and risk management.
Alongside maintaining robust financial systems and processes, the Head of Finance provides commercial insight to support business strategy and informed decision-making. There is a strong focus on optimising systems and reporting frameworks to enable future growth and scalability. The role leads a small team and works closely with both operational and commercial stakeholders to ensure finance acts as a proactive business partner.
About You - The ideal candidate will be a professionally qualified accountant with senior level finance experience, gained in a manufacturing and FMCG environment. They will bring strong commercial insight, analytical capability, and the ability to influence across all levels of the organisation. This role suits someone hands on and practical, yet also capable of operating strategically and contributing to broader business planning. A collaborative approach, high attention to detail, and comfort working in a fast moving, growth-oriented environment will be key to success. In addition to your professional qualifications, you embody our values:
- Fire in the Belly – You bring passion and enthusiasm to everything you do
- Make it Happen – You take initiative and overcome obstacles to deliver solutions
- Get Results – You focus on outcomes and consistently achieve high-quality results
- Never Compromise – You maintain the highest standards in your work and ethics
- One Family, One Team – You collaborate effectively and support your colleagues
Why Farrah’s?
We like to call ourselves the Hidden Gem of the Hutt Valley! Our brand-new facility is fitted with world class equipment in a spotless environment, and our beautiful fully equipped lunchroom features stunning views over the Hutt Valley where you can sit and enjoy a warm relaxing environment.
What can you expect?
- Access to learning and development programs through our ‘Thrive’ learning portal and other in-house programs
- You won’t go hungry here, with our healthy and nutritious wraps replenished daily in the lunchroom, twice weekly fruit is on offer and a ‘cheat day’ with fizzy drinks and snacks on ‘Thirsty Thursdays’
- An extensive EAP Program offering not only counselling services, but a wide range of resources that focus on your health and wellbeing both physically and mentally
- Ample free parking on site
- A New Zealand discounts scheme program
- A quota of free wraps each week to enjoy for family meals at home
- Birthdays are shouted from the rooftops with Cake every month and a prezzy card for you
- Long Service Anniversaries are rewarded with a generous bonus!
You will have the opportunity to contribute and be part of a supportive team that work hard and have fun. Work anniversaries, and other achievements get the recognition they deserve at Farrah’s, from our recognition program ‘Taco Bout Awesome’ through to our Annual Values Awards. You’ll also be in the know about your contribution to the success of our business with Regular Business Updates from our Senior Leadership Team and we’ll keep you updated with our engaging and informative in-house newsletter.
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To find out more, please get in touch with Brad Gatehouse on +64 276 11 3638 for a confidential chat.
To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.
At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.
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