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Ernest Wong, Ca

Finance Manager - NZ at NZ subsidiary of a MNG (Construction/Engineering/Logistics/Projects)
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Seasoned finance professional with 20+ years of experience in financial accounting, forecasting, and analysis.
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Location
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand, NZ
Languages
  • English Full professional proficiency
  • Chinese Mandarin Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Chinese Cantonese Native or bilingual proficiency
Skills
  • Financial Accounting
  • Forecasting
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Analysis
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Ernest Wong is a seasoned finance professional with 20+ years of experience in financial accounting, forecasting, analysis, and management. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Financial Accounting from The University of Auckland and has worked in various roles, including Head of Finance, Financial Manager, and Property Investor. He is proficient in multiple languages, including English, Chinese Mandarin, and Chinese Cantonese. Wong is interested in industries such as manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and IT. Wong has a strong background in financial planning, budgeting, auditing, and financial analysis. He has experience in managing teams, building relationships, and providing strategic guidance. His expertise spans multiple areas, including financial reporting, managerial accounting, corporate finance, tax, and audit. Wong is a skilled leader and problem solver with a strong business acumen. Wong is currently based in Auckland, New Zealand, and is available for various finance-related projects and roles.

Experience

  • NZ subsidiary of a MNG (Construction/Engineering/Logistics/Projects)
    • Auckland, New Zealand
    • Finance Manager - NZ
      • May 2023 - Present
      • Auckland, New Zealand

      1. Head of Finance (NZ)2. Direct report to Group MD; dot-lined report to Group CFO3. Strategic planning & Tactics implementation4. Financial/Managerial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Tax, Audit and Com. Laws5. Business partner with BU heads and SLT6. Leadership + Team & Relationship Management A true manager AND leader, specialist AND generalist - Apart from average FM/FC roles that are largely focus on financial reporting, tax compliance and internal controls, my current role has much larger exposures to strategies, corporate finance, and financial risk assessments. These hard skills along with soft skills differentiate myself from other FMs, FCs or Head of Finance.My next role shall be up for a Financial/Business Controller, or Head of Finance, or similar.I'm only interested in the following industries:-1. Manufacturing/FMCG;2. Construction/Engineering/Infrastructure; 3. Healthcare/Consultancy; or4. IT/SaaS/Project-basedMy resume is available upon request. Please feel free to come and have a chat.

  • EW & Partners
    • Auckland, New Zealand
    • Entrepreneur
      • Jul 2016 - Present
      • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Ernest Wong Investment Trust
    • Auckland, New Zealand
    • Property Investor, FX/Commodities/Futures/Options Trader
      • 2004 - Present
      • Auckland, New Zealand

      1. Inside/Sophisticated Investor - Trust/LLC/LLP, Residential Ptys2. Qualified Trader - FX, Commodities, Futures/Options, Mutual FundsBest Commodities Futures Trading Results:-1. Brent Oil - [31.01.20 - 04.05.20] - Short 58.39, TS 23.60, (Gain 147.42% +Int) x560;2. WTI Oil - [05.02.20 - 22.04.20] - Short 49.69, TS 7.41, (Gain 570.58% +Int) x 2,600;3. WTI Oil - [05.02.20 - 05.05.20] - Short 49.69, TS 8.90, (Gain 458.31% +Int) x460

  • Ernie Wong Landscape Photography
    • Auckland, New Zealand
    • Photographer
      • May 2002 - Present
      • Auckland, New Zealand

      Sale or lease Landscape photography (especially NZ Landscapes), in print or digital forms, domestically & globally.

  • NZ Group of 4 Entities (Manufacturing + Distribution)
    • Auckland, New Zealand
    • Group Finance Manager
      • Mar 2022 - May 2023
      • Auckland, New Zealand

      To date my role includes but not limited to the following:- Head of Finance, member of SLT;- Supports & Reports to the Board & GGM;- Financial analyses & advices to the Group;- Lead new ERP system implementation (PM);- Review & approve financial transactions;- Manage & mentor direct/indirect reports;- Collaborate with internal managers & stakeholders;- Liaise with Banks, Tax/Business consultants, IRD

  • NZ Group of 2 Entities (Forklift Dealer/Rentals/Service)
    • Auckland
    • Group Finance Manager
      • Jan 2010 - Mar 2022
      • Auckland

      - Business problem solver & Financial advisor- Head of Finance: report direct to directors; manage accounting team- 12+ years experience in Financial reporting, Managerial accounting, Consolidation, Corporate finance & Tax- People management and Leadership skills- Business acumen and relationship building- Other top-notch Hard & Soft skills

Education

  • 2002 - 2004
    The University of Auckland
    Bachelor's Degree, Accounting and Finance
  • 1998 - 2002
    The University of Auckland
    Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering

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