Finance Manager (Parental Leave Cover)

Kinross Trading Post; Gibbston; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily staff meals

Staff discounts on food and wine

WSET opportunities

Learning and development

Autonomy to innovate

Job summary

Kinross Trading Post in Gibbston, Central Otago, seeks an experienced Finance Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract starting mid-late October 2026. You will lead the finance team and partner with the CEO to deliver accurate reporting and strategic insights.

Reporting to the CEO and guiding two staff, you will own budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting, audit coordination and payroll governance, while driving process improvements and commercial analysis to support informed business

Qualifications

• CA/CPA qualified
• 5+ years commercial experience
• Experience in tourism/hospitality/wine would be an advantage
• Proven Finance Manager/Commercial Finance or Business Partnering experience
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to translate financial information into business insights

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day running of the finance team
• Provide financial accounting services and timely reports
• Lead monthly management reporting with performance insights
• Partner with leadership for budgeting, forecasting and planning
• Own budgeting, forecasting and scenario modelling
• Prepare annual financial statements and manage external audit
• Oversee tax compliance and payroll governance
• Drive continuous improvement in systems and processes

Skills

Financial leadership

Team leadership

Commercial acumen

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Accounting software

Education

CA/CPA qualification

Degree in Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Kinross Trading Post – Gibbston, South Island

Our CFO is embarking on an exciting new chapter, creating an opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager to join the Kinross team on a 12-month fixed-term agreement.

This full-time role that will commence in mid-late October 2026. It offers a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role within one of Central Otago's most iconic wine tourism destinations.

As Finance Manager, you'll be a trusted business partner, providing financial leadership, oversight, and strategic support across the organisation. Reporting directly to the CEO and leading a team of two, you'll ensure the delivery of accurate financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and commercial analysis that supports informed decision-making throughout the business.

At Kinross, we're passionate about creating memorable wine tourism experiences that connect people with our wines, our stories, and our place. You'll work alongside a talented and dedicated team in a stunning setting, surrounded by world-class wines, breath taking landscapes, and a vibrant hospitality culture.

If you're a hands-on finance leader who enjoys partnering with people, driving business performance, and contributing to a dynamic and growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

You’ll:

• Be responsible for day-to-day running of our finance team.
• Provide financial accounting services, with timely financial and management accounts and reports.
• Lead monthly management reporting, including performance analysis and commercial insights
• Partner with the leadership team to support decision‑making and planning
• Own the budgeting, forecasting and scenario modelling
• Prepare annual financial statements and manage the external audit process
• Oversee tax compliance and payroll governance
• Have a continuous improvement mindset, with an interest in systems and process optimisation

This role will be seen as a trusted leader, have strong relationship with our team, and use commercial insights to support driving the business forward.

Why Join Kinross?

• Free daily staff meals and coffee
• The autonomy to try new things
• Generous staff discounts on food and wine.
• Ongoing learning and development, including WSET opportunities.
• Work in a stunning setting with a passionate, supportive team.

Key Qualities and Experience:

• Tertiary qualified in Finance, Accounting and CA/CPA qualified
• At least 5 years commercial experience, experience in tourism, hospitality, and/or wine sectors would be an advantage
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Commercial Finance or Business Partnering role
• Have strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate financial information into meaningful business insights
• Experience leading and supporting teams