Edmond Wong
About Edmond Wong
Edmond Wong serves as the NZ Controller at Rocket Lab, bringing extensive experience in finance transformation and accounting. He has held various finance-related positions across notable organizations in New Zealand, including Southern Cross Health Society and Auckland Council.
Work at Rocket Lab
Edmond Wong has been serving as the NZ Controller at Rocket Lab since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. His focus includes finance transformation and delivering accurate financial information to stakeholders. His tenure at Rocket Lab has allowed him to apply his extensive experience in accounting and financial management.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his role at Rocket Lab, Edmond Wong held various positions in finance across multiple organizations. He worked at Southern Cross Health Society as Head of Finance from 2018 to 2020. Before that, he was with Auckland Council, where he served as Group Reporting Leader from 2014 to 2016 and briefly as Manager Strategic Financial Advice in 2018. His experience also includes a role as Financial Reporting Manager at Auckland Transport from 2016 to 2018.
Accounting Career Background
Edmond Wong began his career in accounting at RSM New Zealand, where he worked as a Senior Accountant in Business Advisory & Tax from 2001 to 2007. He later returned to RSM New Zealand as a Manager in Business Advisory & Tax from 2007 to 2008. His experience also includes working as a NZ Statutory Accountant at GE Capital from 2008 to 2010 and as Group Statutory & Regulatory Reporting at ASB Bank from 2010 to 2014.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Edmond Wong studied at Victoria University of Wellington, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration (BCA) from 1997 to 1999. He furthered his education by obtaining a Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting (GradDipProfAcc) in 2000. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation in finance and accounting principles.
Focus on Finance Transformation
Edmond Wong is known for his strong focus on finance transformation. He is passionate about coaching individuals and teams to achieve their full potential. His approach includes simplifying complex accounting and reporting processes while strengthening financial controls. He is recognized for challenging the status quo and proactively seeking opportunities to add value and streamline processes.