Finance Business Partner

About us

Genesis Energy, one of New Zealands largest energy generator and retailer, is on a mission to power a sustainable and thriving Aotearoa. We have a unique role to play in New Zealands transition to an electric lifestyle and achieving New Zealands Net Zero 2050 goals.

By joining us, you will play your part in supporting the delivery of innovative energy solutions which will create a more sustainable future for our customers, company and for Aotearoa.

Are you a commercially savvy finance professional ready to influence strategic decisions and drive transformation? Were looking for a Finance Business Partner to support our Technology and Transformation team in an 8 month, fixed-term opportunity based out of our Auckland office.

About the role

As a Finance Business Partner, youll play a pivotal role in supporting the Technology and Transformation function with financial insight, performance analysis, and strategic guidance. Youll be the go-to expert for interpreting financial results, driving forecasting accuracy, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Youll lead month-end processes, champion automation to streamline workflows, and shift focus from manual tasks to value-adding insights. Your work will directly support budgeting, forecasting, business planning, and investment decisions, ensuring financial structures align with both gross margin and broader financial metrics.

Some of the key responsibilities are:

• Partner with Technology and Transformation leaders to deliver financial insights and performance analysis.

• Lead month-end processes and drive automation to improve efficiency.

• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and business plans with a focus on risk and opportunity.

• Support strategic initiatives and business cases with robust financial modelling.

• Mentor Finance Analysts and build financial acumen across the business.

• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and promote the Finance function.

About you

• Proven experience in financial analysis or management accounting.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and strong financial literacy.

• Proven ability to challenge and influence business decisions.

• Experience leading or coaching teams and working cross-functionally.

• Strong communication and financial modelling skills.

• Curiosity, resilience, and a proactive mindset.

Our preference is for candidates with experience business partnering in the energy, utilities, or technology sectors.

About our benefits

At Genesis, we value your wellbeing and your contribution to our team. Thats why we offer you great employee benefits for you and your family. Some of our benefits include:

• Health insurance, trauma and life insurance for you, and best doctors online service for you and your family.

• Electricity and gas discounts and an extra 20 power shout hours per year if you choose us as your provider.

• Matching up to 4% on contributions to your KiwiSaver or if you are unable to take advantage of KiwiSaver, well contribute 3% with our GenSaver allowance.

• A flexible working policy to support you to balance personal and professional needs.

• Career development opportunities and a supportive learning culture.

We value diversity and inclusion, and we believe that equity, gender and wellness are essential for our success. We are a market leader that empowers our people to make a positive difference for our customers, our communities and our environment.

If you want to help shape the future of New Zealands energy sector,