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Head of Finance
Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on making a real impact? Do you bring financial expertise, people leadership, and a passion for continuous improvement? If so, we invite you to bring your skills to Tūhura Otago Museum as our new Head of Finance.
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This is a rare opportunity to join the senior leadership team of one of Aotearoa’s most dynamic museums, a place where science, culture, and community come together. You’ll be a key voice at the table, supporting the Director, Board, and leadership team with sound financial strategy and insights that help us make the best decisions for our future.
About the Role:
As Head of Finance, you’ll lead a small and dedicated finance team, and be responsible for all aspects of the Museum’s financial operations, from high-level reporting, compliance, and risk management, to business planning, budgeting, and performance improvement.
This is a role where you’ll be as comfortable in the numbers as you are communicating them to others. You’ll be responsible for maintaining robust financial systems, enhancing business processes, and ensuring we meet our legal and statutory obligations, while also looking ahead to how we can do things better.
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
• Enjoy working collaboratively across a diverse organisation
• Can translate financial detail into clear, actionable insight
• Lead with integrity, and enjoy mentoring and supporting others
• Want to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation that gives back to the community
What You’ll Bring:
• A degree in accounting, finance, or business
• CA qualification (or equivalent)
• At least 5 years’ experience in a senior financial leadership role
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Experience working with ERP or financial systems (and ideally, implementing improvements)
What We Offer:
At Tūhura Otago Museum, you’ll join a passionate team committed to curiosity, innovation, and community impact. We’re a unique mix of science centre, cultural hub, and natural history museum and we like to think a little differently.
You’ll enjoy:
• A central Dunedin location
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment
• The chance to work across both commercial and non-commercial operations
• A leadership role with real scope to drive change and make a difference
How to Apply:
To apply, select the role you wish to apply for, and complete the online application form. Please upload a cover letter and CV in a single document. For more information, please contact our HR Manager at [email protected].
The closing date for applications is Friday 13 June, 2025.
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