Finance Lead
TourHero
- Moorgate, City of London
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Take full ownership of the company's financial operation (accounting, bookkeeping, reporting, stakeholder management, some FP&A)
- Take on strategic projects beyond routine finance and accounting operations to optimise processes and implement enhanced controls.
- Consolidate and centralise all company financial data to create a single source of truth.
- Take ownership of our accounting software (Xero) while being open to implementing and championing new systems company wide as needed.
- Dive deep into understanding the unique financial nuances of our marketplace model like cash vs accrual accounting
- Streamline and optimise deposit processes, ensuring trip revenues flow effortlessly.
- Roll up your sleeves and reconstruct the books to provide polished, audit-ready financial reporting.
- Drive financial planning and analysis by presenting detailed financial reporting and data insights directly to investors and stakeholders.
- You’ll set up and oversee intercompany transfer agreements across US, UK and Singapore.
- Collaborate cross functionally to truly understand the business operations that drive the numbers.
- Analyse financial data to uncover opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
- Preparation of complex calculations and journal entries, including multi-currency transactions
- Qualified accountant (CA/ACCA/CIMA/ATT/CPA)
- Thorough understanding of IFRS and US GAAP accounting standards and principles.
- Is a self-starter comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment.
- Good knowledge of Xero accounting software preferred or demonstrated ability to learn new software quickly.
- Prior hands-on experience at an online marketplace company, understanding the inherent financial/operational nuances.
- Advanced excel skills
- Demonstrated ability to step into disordered financial systems and apply your expertise to overhaul and optimise them efficiently.
- Possesses excellent communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective work with global teams and stakeholders, including the ability to present financial data to investors/stakeholders.
- Is a strategic and creative thinker who can analyse data, identify opportunities, and develop strategies to address challenges.
- Is committed to continuous learning and adaptability, staying updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
- Is passionate about travel; excited about our mission to create unforgettable experiences for our customers.