Finance Manager

Full-time · Permanent · On-site

Lead the finance function for one of New Zealand’s most spectacular hospitality, golf and lifestyle destinations.

Jack’s Point sits on the shores of Lake Wakatipu beneath the Remarkables – a world-class golf course, Clubhouse hospitality, a residential community, and a detailed lodging programme. Together with Glendhu Golf (Wanaka) and our parent Darby Group, we’re building a portfolio of growing trading businesses that need a sharp, commercially-minded Finance Manager to support our evolving operations.

About the role

Reporting to the General Manager – Golf & Hospitality, you’ll lead all financial operations across Jack’s Point Hospitality, Jack’s Point Golf, Jack’s Point Restaurant and Glendhu Golf. With an Accounts Assistant supporting you and the wider Darby Group finance team alongside, you’ll own everything from month-end through to commercial business partnering on CapEx, pricing and new revenue lines.

This is a hands-on, broad-scope role for someone who enjoys the variety of multi-entity finance – part technical accountant, part commercial advisor, part trusted partner to the operations team.

What you’ll do

Financial planning & budgeting

• Build and manage annual budgets across lodging, golf and restaurant operations.


• Prepare rolling forecasts, variance analysis and scenario modelling to support strategy.


• Partner with Department Heads on cost control, revenue optimisation and pricing.
  
  

Accounting & compliance

• Own all accounting functions – AP/AR, payroll, GL, month-end and year-end close.


• Ensure compliance with NZ accounting standards, GST and IRD requirements.


• Maintain accurate records for Reserve Fund, Marketing Levy and Administration Fees under the Property Management Agreement (PMA).
  
  

Management accounting for Golf & Restaurant

• Prepare detailed monthly management accounts for Jack’s Point Golf, Glendhu Golf and Jack’s Restaurant.


• Analyse margins, cost structures and operational performance to surface improvement opportunities.


• Support menu profitability analysis and pricing decisions.
  
  

Cash flow, treasury & PMA functions

• Manage Jack’s Point bank accounts, including segregation of funds for Managed Properties.


• Monitor cash flow and working capital; authorise payments and ensure timely settlement.


• Administer deductions from Gross Operating Receipts (Commission, Marketing Levy, Reserve Fund) and timely Rental Profit payments to owners.

Controls, risk & leadership

• Implement and monitor internal controls; oversee insurance compliance for properties and FF&E under the PMA.


• Support external audit processes.


• Lead and develop the finance team – building a culture of accuracy, accountability and continuous improvement.


• Commercial business partner across Golf, Lodging and F&B – CapEx appraisal, investment cases, contract negotiation, and start-up support for Jack’s Point Hospitality and Glendhu.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; CA or CPA qualified (preferred).


• 5–7 years’ experience in financial management, ideally within multi-entity hospitality or property management.


• Strong knowledge of NZ tax law, GST and hospitality accounting practices.


• Proficiency with Xero and exposure to property management / POS systems (Opera and Lightspeed ideal).


• Understanding of strata-based ownership or body corporate operations (desirable).


• Excellent analytical, communication and leadership skills – you can talk numbers with a CFO and operations with a Head Chef.

What’s on offer

We’re backing the right person with a competitive package and the kind of lifestyle that only Queenstown delivers.

• Base salary: $130,000–$155,000 depending on experience and qualifications.


• Performance bonus aligned to business and individual outcomes.


• KiwiSaver employer contributions per statutory requirements.


• Relocation allowance by negotiation for out-of-region candidates.


• Health insurance through the Darby Group programme.


• CA/CPA membership fees paid annually.


• Four weeks’ annual leave plus public holidays.


• Lifestyle perks: golf course access, F&B discounts at Jack’s Restaurant, and accommodation rates at managed properties.

Why Jack’s Point

You’ll work from one of the most stunning settings in the country, alongside a small leadership team that genuinely values what finance brings to the table. The Darby Group trading portfolio is growing – there’s real scope to shape the finance function as it evolves, and to step into a wider Group Finance role over time as structures develop.

Outside of work? Six ski fields within 90 minutes, world-class trails out the back door, two golf courses you’ll have access to, and the lake at your feet.

How to apply

Apply with your CV and a short cover letter telling us why this role and this place. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait if you’re interested.

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to apply for a relevant work visa. Jack’s Point is an equal opportunity employer.