Job Description

At WM New Zealand, we do much more than collect waste. We are New Zealand’s leading resource recovery, recycling and waste management provider, committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through the sustainable management of valuable resources. Put simply - sustainability is what we do.

We’re looking for a commercially minded Commercial Business Partner to support our WM South leadership team and help shape financial and commercial outcomes.

In this role, you’ll work closely with operational leaders, translating business needs into clear financial insights, models, and recommendations. You’ll be involved in budgeting, forecasting, pricing, performance analysis, and investment decisions - with real visibility of how your work impacts the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant looking to deepen their commercial experience and progress their career within a large, values-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with operational and leadership teams to provide financial insight, guidance, and commercial analysis
• Analyse volume, pricing, cost allocation, profitability, and customer performance
• Support pricing, service, and tender modelling as required
• Prepare financial and investment models to support business decisions
• Assist with management reporting, forecasts, and business performance reviews
• Support planning and budgeting in line with divisional guidelines and timelines
• Identify opportunities to improve commercial performance and operational efficiency

Qualifications

About You

You’re commercially curious, confident working with stakeholders, and enjoy turning numbers into insights that influence decisions.

You’ll bring:

• 3+ years’ experience in a commercial accounting, management accounting, or business partnering role
• CAANZ / CPA membership
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
• Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel
• Ability to analyse data from multiple sources and systems
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information in a clear, non-technical way
• Ability to work both collaboratively within a finance team and autonomously
• Strong time management and attention to detail
• A genuine interest in learning new systems, processes, and business streams

Additional Information

What’s in it for You

• A commercially focused role where you can see the impact of your work
• Proven career development and progression opportunities
• Flexible working options
• Support toward professional qualification completion
• A collaborative, supportive team culture focused on continuous improvement

How to Apply

Click Apply Now to submit your application.

We may begin reviewing applications before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply early.

WM New Zealand is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.

You must be currently based in New Zealand and hold a valid work visa, residency, or NZ citizenship.