Business Control Manager – Hospitality

About the role

We are seeking a senior finance leader to head the Business Control function for Star Hospitality, one of New Zealand’s largest hospitality operators. Reporting to the NZ Finance Director and working closely with the CEO, you will drive performance, profitability and long‑term sustainability across a multi‑site network.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the strategic finance partner to the CEO and senior leadership team.
• Own the Star Hospitality P&L, delivering clear and timely performance insights.
• Lead planning, budgeting and forecasting for revenue, margin, labour, overheads and CAPEX.
• Drive profitability through margin management, cost control, labour productivity and investment governance.
• Strengthen venue‑level financial visibility, controls and commercial understanding.
• Ensure alignment with NZ business and HEINEKEN global governance, controls and audit standards.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing Business Control team and build finance capability across the business.

Required profile

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field; CA/CPA qualification preferred.
• 7–10 years of experience in commercial finance, business control, FP&A or operational finance.
• Proven experience in hospitality, retail, FMCG or other multi‑site environments.
• Deep understanding of venue‑level drivers such as revenue, COGS, labour, mix and pricing.

Required skills

What we offer

• Free health, life and income protection insurance.
• 5 % employer KiwiSaver contribution.
• Monthly allowance of beer, cider, RTDs or alcohol‑free beverages.
• Generous employee discount at Star Hospitality venues.
• “Enjoyment of Life” leave – an extra paid day each year to pursue personal interests.
• Generous parental leave provisions.
• Free confidential counselling and digital wills.
• Feminine hygiene products, retail discounts and commitment to fair pay.