Senior Finance Analyst - Cruise Trading

TUI Cruises GmbH; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cruise line located in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to manage revenue and costs in Cruise Trading. This role involves financial oversight to support the trading team in pricing decisions and deliver vital analyses for senior management. The ideal candidate has an accounting qualification, excellent analytical and Excel skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a dynamic working environment. Join us for a fulfilling career where diversity is valued and inclusion is celebrated.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration

Discretionary bonus schemes

Generous travel benefits

Health & well-being support

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manipulate large datasets effectively.
• Strong skills in analyzing month-end processes and variance analysis.
• Experience in preparing presentations for senior management.

Responsibilities

• Manage Cruise Revenue and Variable costs including month-end processes.
• Support the Head of Commercial Finance in developing the 3-year plan.
• Lead production and analysis of weekly trading reports.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Excel skills

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Accounting qualification

Tools

Business Objects (BOXI)

Job description

As a Senior Finance Analyst in Cruise Trading, you'll be the key interface between the Cruise commercial trading team and finance, providing financial oversight and analysis to maximize business results.

With nearly three decades of sailing experience, Marella Cruises is well established as the UK's second-largest cruise line, offering voyages to 125 destinations worldwide.

The role will be published until January 9th, 2026.

ABOUT OUR OFFER

• Personal benefits: Attractive remuneration, discretionary bonus schemes, generous travel benefits, extensive health & well-being support, and more.
• Flexible working: Work is something you do, not somewhere you go. We encourage a healthy work-life balance with a dynamic working environment.
• A career to shape: Access the TUI Learning Hub to level-up and reach your ambitions.
• Broaden your network: We champion intercultural collaboration and provide opportunities to work on global projects and teams.
• Community: Get involved with incredible local charity and sustainability initiatives like the TUI Care Foundation.

ABOUT THE JOB

• Manage Cruise Revenue and Variable costs areas, including month-end processes, variance analysis & commentary, forecasting, cashflow & balance sheet management.
• Support the Head of Commercial Finance in developing the 3-year plan, analysing long-term passenger assumptions and revenue progression planning.
• Lead the production and analysis of weekly trading reports, including process improvements to both MI and Excel reports. This role will be the financial lead in building reports in Business Objects (BOXI) and liaising with central MI team to drive improvements.
• Take ownership of Cruise Margins within MI, becoming the expert in how we report on margins within Cruise.
• Support the trading team in making accurate pricing decisions for new seasons and prepare presentations for senior management approval.
• Serve as the main point of contact and trusted advisor to the cruise trading team, providing insights and analysis for key decision-making.

ABOUT YOU

• You have completed accounting qualification.
• You possess excellent analytical abilities that enable you to manipulate large datasets effectively.
• You bring a proactive attitude and self-motivation to tackle challenges independently.
• You demonstrate excellent organizational skills that help you meet multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• You have excellent Excel skills and previous experience using BOXI.
• You contribute to team success through your collaborative approach and process improvement experience.

From a workplace to a place to belong. At TUI we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging everyone to come as you are, because together, our potential is limitless.

We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and impairments so if you require any support, please do let us know.