Head of Finance

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Head of Finance (Travel industry experience) Location: London or Birmingham (UK) – Remote considered for the right candidate. Reports to: CEO / Managing Director. About the Role We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Finance to lead our finance function within a dynamic travel/tour operator business. This is a senior leadership role responsible for financial strategy, operational excellence, and team leadership, supporting continued growth in a fast-paced industry. The successful candidate will bring deep accounting expertise, a strong background in the travel sector, and proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams. Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with business objectives Provide commercial insight and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making Ensure robust financial controls, compliance and risk management frameworks are in place Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Partner with senior leadership on business planning, pricing strategies and performance optimisation Manage relationships with auditors, banks and external stakeholders Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes and reporting capabilities Lead, mentor and develop a finance team of up to 12 staff
Key Requirements
Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role (Head of Finance, Finance Director, or similar) Essential: Background in the travel industry, tour operator or closely related sector Fully qualified accountant with strong technical accounting expertise Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification required Strong leadership experience managing teams of up to 12 people Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Experience operating in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance and risk management Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills
Desirable
Experience in scaling businesses or working in PE‑backed environments Familiarity with travel‑specific financial models (e.g. seasonality, deferred revenue, supplier contracts) Experience implementing or upgrading finance systems
What We Offer
Flexible working (remote considered for the right candidate) Competitive salary and benefits package (£90K‑£130K) Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of a growing travel business Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment
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Location:
Greater London
Job Type:
FullTime

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