Finance Business Partner (Accounts)

About Over The Top

Over The Top – the helicopter company is a premium tourism operator and a pioneer of luxury helicopter experiences in New Zealand. For more than 40 years, we have delivered exceptional aviation-led experiences throughout Fiordland and New Zealand, hosting discerning guests from around the world.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join our close-knit team in Queenstown. For the right applicant, this will be a senior finance role within the business, offering breadth, autonomy, and genuine involvement in both operational and strategic decision-making across a dynamic tourism environment. As Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with the owner and operational teams, providing financial insight, stewardship and support across the organisation. In addition to Over The Top, the role supports affiliated entities (Golf Federation, Eye In The Sky (PDL) and the James PG Foundation).

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a Finance Business Partner to leadership and operations, providing trusted financial advice and insights
• End-to-end responsibility for accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timeliness
• Review job pricing, margins and prepare invoices for approval
• Management and oversight of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
• Bank, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations
• Preparation and filing of GST and PAYE returns
• Maintenance and governance of customer and supplier master data
• Financial reporting, analysis and variance investigation
• Collaborate with operational teams to resolve discrepancies and support business decisions
• Ensure compliance with OTT policies, Safety Management Systems (SMS) and company culture

About You

• Proven experience in a Finance Business Partner or similar role
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong knowledge of Xero, Excel and MYOB payroll (advantageous)
• Experience working in tourism, hospitality, aviation or other operationally intensive environments (advantageous)

What We Offer

• A full-time, long-term Finance Business Partner role with genuine autonomy and impact
• Above-average remuneration aligned to experience and qualifications
• Ongoing professional development and training
• A unique opportunity to work within a premium tourism business where finance is closely connected to operations
• A supportive, values-driven team environment based in Queenstown

How to Apply

Given we operate seven days a week, it would be ideal to be able to work varied shifts including some weekends and public holidays. You must already live and have the right to work in New Zealand. Please share details of your experience, interest and CV in your application before 20th October 2026.