Group Financial Controller — Lead Growth & Strategy

Clarity Business Travel; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global business travel company in Greater Manchester is seeking a Group Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance. This critical role involves leading budgeting processes, managing audits, and providing strategic insights to support long-term planning. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of senior finance experience, preferably in the travel industry, along with strong technical accounting skills and the ability to lead finance teams effectively. Join us to help shape our financial future in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Refer a friend for £1000 bonus

Generous holiday entitlement

Day off for your birthday

Employee Assistance Programme

Hotel and airline discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a senior finance role, ideally as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager.
• Experience in the travel industry is highly desirable.
• Proven track record managing audits and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance, driving efficiency, and supporting long-term planning.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and provide insightful variance analysis.
• Monitor and manage cash flow to meet financial obligations.

Skills

Technical Accounting Expertise

Analytical Thinking

Commercial Acumen

Communication

Education

Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)

Advanced Excel

Job description

A global business travel company in Greater Manchester is seeking a Group Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance. This critical role involves leading budgeting processes, managing audits, and providing strategic insights to support long-term planning. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of senior finance experience, preferably in the travel industry, along with strong technical accounting skills and the ability to lead finance teams effectively. Join us to help shape our financial future in a dynamic environment.