XCIX Company Limited trading as FEMA Accountants is a well-established professional services firm providing accounting, audit, tax, and business advisory services to a diverse range of clients including SMEs, property investors, trading companies, and growing enterprises across New Zealand.

Due to sustained growth in our advisory practice, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Business Adviser to join our team. The Business Adviser is responsible for analysing and evaluating client organisations’ business operations, management practices, financial performance, and strategic direction, and for developing and implementing recommendations to improve efficiency, profitability, governance, and long-term sustainability. The role involves working closely with business owners, directors, and senior management to deliver independent, objective, and evidence-based management consulting services.

This is a permanent full-time position, and you will be working for at least 30 hours per week from Monday to Friday during regular business hours. Your key responsibilities are:

  • Investigate, analyse, and evaluate client organisations’ business structures, management systems, workflows, and operational performance

  • Conduct detailed reviews of financial and non-financial data to assess organisational efficiency, cost structures, profitability, and risk exposure

  • Identify operational, strategic, and management inefficiencies and develop practical improvement strategies

  • Advise clients on business restructuring, organisational design, governance frameworks, and management controls

  • Prepare and present strategic business plans, operational improvement plans, and implementation roadmaps

  • Develop financial models, budgets, forecasts, and performance measurement frameworks to support strategic decision-making

  • Provide advice on change management, process re-engineering, and system improvements

  • Assist clients with business expansion, market entry, growth strategies, and performance optimisation

  • Prepare formal management consulting reports, board papers, and executive presentations outlining findings and recommendations

  • Support clients during the implementation of approved recommendations and monitor outcomes

  • Liaise with client stakeholders including directors, senior managers, financial institutions, and external advisers

  • Maintain professional independence and confidentiality while acting as a trusted adviser

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

  • At least a Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Management, or a related discipline OR

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in management consulting, business advisory, or professional services

  • Demonstrated experience in analysing organisational performance and delivering management improvement recommendations

  • Strong knowledge of business operations, corporate governance, and strategic planning

  • Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills

  • Ability to interpret complex financial and operational information and convert it into actionable advice

  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

  • Ability to manage multiple consulting engagements and meet deadlines

 

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