Job Description

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

Apply with a CV and cover letter, giving details of your qualifications and experience. Please give details of your right to work in NZ. For a confidential chat about the role, email hr@kinross.nz.