Finance Manager

Job description

ABOUT HALTER At Halter, we’re on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no dogs, no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. It's changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us you’ll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think, out-work and out-care. We’re committed to delivering real change in the world - this isn’t easy, and in truth, we love that it’s hard. We’re backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund https://foundersfund.com, Bessemer Venture Partners https://www.bvp.com/, BOND, https://www.bondcap.com/ DCVC https://www.dcvc.com/, Blackbird https://www.blackbird.vc/, Promus Ventures https://www.promusventures.com/, Rocket Lab’s Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures https://www.icehouseventures.co.nz/?utm_term=icehouse%20ventures&utm_campaign=Brand+Keywords&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=4064636360&hsa_cam=16902737884&hsa_grp=134004309485&hsa_ad=592971340272&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-1082530126230&hsa_kw=icehouse%20ventures&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2v-gBhC1ARIsAOQdKY0J0DepRVFDmjQlAkJPbZuQnLSA5UVzUzOXYiPxkjX-SeVa513_BhkaAr-MEALw_wcB. To find out more, visit our LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/halter-limited & Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifeathalter/. THE ROLE At Halter, we don’t just "do" finance; we build the engine that powers our global growth. We are looking for a Finance Manager who is as comfortable in the weeds of a Tier 1 ERP as they are in the boardroom. This isn't a role for someone who wants to sit in the back office, you’ll be a key navigator as we charge forward toward our mission. You’ll lead a high-performing team to ensure our financial foundations are rock-solid, our risks are managed, and our strategic decisions are backed by razor-sharp insights. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING 1. Driving the Operational Engine You'll own the daily heartbeat of our finance function. From overseeing AP/AR and payroll to managing our treasury, you ensure the gears keep turning. Your goal? A month-end close so accurate and timely it could set a world record. 2. Automation architecture. Design and implement end-to-end automated workflows across the finance function. Your baseline assumption: if a human is doing it repeatedly, a system should be doing it instead. Hunt for every opportunity to take manual work off the table. 3. AI-powered finance ops. Champion the adoption of AI-driven financial tools, from anomaly detection and forecasting models to intelligent reporting. Evaluate, pilot, and embed solutions that keep Halter ahead of the curve. We don't do manual work if a machine can do it better, and you'll be the one making sure it doesn't. 4. Strategic advisory & insights. You aren't just reporting on the past; you're helping us build the future. You'll provide the data-driven "so what" to senior leadership, identifying cost-reduction opportunities and guiding long-term business decisions that move the needle. 5. Safeguarding the growth. As we scale globally, you'll be the architect of our internal controls. You'll implement the systems and processes needed to safeguard our assets and manage risk across international borders. 6. Leadership & mentorship. Lead, mentor, and inspire our finance staff. Build a culture where automation curiosity is celebrated, continuous improvement is the norm, and "we've always done it this way" is a red flag, not a justification. WHO YOU ARE - The ERP Expert (or Enthusiast): You ideally have 3+ years of experience managing inventory in a Tier 1 ERP (NetSuite is our favorite, but SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics are great too). - The Fast Learner: If you don't know our specific system yet, you’re the type of person who rolls up their sleeves and masters it by the end of week one. - The High-Performer: You thrive in fast-paced environments. "Good enough" isn't in your vocabulary; you're driven by accuracy and impact. - The Strategic Thinker: You see the story behind the spreadsheets and can communicate complex financial concepts to non-finance people with ease. - The Team Player: You’re ready to join a team that works hard, laughs often, and is obsessed with achieving Halter’s mission. JOIN OUR TEAM Halter is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace — a place where we can each be ourselves and do the best work of our lives. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and under-represented groups of candidates tend to only apply when they meet every requirement. If you think you have what it takes but don’t necessarily tick every requirement on this job description, please still get in touch and apply to Halter. We’d love to chat to see if you’ll be an epic fit! If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply below by sending through your cover letter explaining why you’re excited about this role and working at Halter, along with your CV, and we’ll be in touch! Please also feel free to check out the careers page https://www.halterhq.com/careers for more information on working at Halter and don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/halter-limited & Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifeathalter/. WHY OUR TEAM LOVES WORKING AT HALTER: - Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful, helping farmers improve their livelihoods, spend more time with their families, and build more sustainable operations. - Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse, kind, and driven people who push each other to do their best work. You'll be thrown into the deep end, tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems. - You'll grow here. Autonomy, mastery, and learning define how we work. You'll have the freedom to work on interesting problems, master new skills, and continuously develop yourself, both through your role and our $1,000 personal growth fund. - This isn't easy, and we love that it's hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast, take bold bets, and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: "Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship, but it's an epic journey to be a part of!"