Project Finance Consultant

My client is a well-known NFP based in Ellerslie. The organisation is values based, with generous donors and employees who are passionate about what they do and truly proud of the organisation’s purpose.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced part time Finance Consultant to lead and manage a critical legal entity change for our client. This role will play a key part in planning, coordinating, and executing the financial and regulatory aspects of transitioning to a new legal structure, while ensuring business continuity and stakeholder alignment.

This is a hands-on, project-focused role suited to someone who can operate at both a strategic and detailed level.

Your key responsibilities would be;

• Lead the finance workstream for a legal entity change (e.g. restructure, incorporation, or group reorganisation)
• Develop and manage the end-to-end project plan, timelines, risks, and dependencies
• Assess financial, tax, accounting, and reporting implications of the entity change
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Tax, Payroll, IT, Operations) and external advisors (accountants, tax advisors, legal counsel)
• Oversee changes to financial systems, chart of accounts, banking, and reporting structures
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements
• Prepare and review financial documentation, impact assessments, and transition reporting
• Support go-live and post-transition stabilisation activities

Your Profile

You will have proven experience with the below;

• Delivering legal entity changes, restructures, or similar finance-led transformation projects experience
• Strong background in finance, accounting, or consulting
• Demonstrated project management capability, including managing multiple stakeholders
• Solid understanding of financial reporting, tax considerations, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to translate complex financial issues into clear, practical advice
• Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable working in a changing environment