Financial Controller - PE-Backed Travel & Hospitality Group

London

£80,000 - £100,000

Are you a technically sharp Financial Controller with experience navigating the complexities of international audit and tax? Do you thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a PE-backed travel and hospitality group with ambitious global expansion plans.

About the Business:
Backed by a prominent private equity house, this high-growth travel and hospitality group has seen significant scale across EMEA, Australia and Canada. With a vibrant brand and a strong market position, the business is gearing up for its next stage of growth – and financial leadership is key.

The Role:
We’re seeking a commercially astute Financial Controller with a strong technical accounting foundation and deep experience in multi-jurisdictional audit and tax compliance. Reporting to the CFO, you will lead financial reporting, ensure compliance across multiple territories, and support strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee statutory reporting and external audits across EMEA, Australia, and Canada
• Manage complex international tax filings, ensuring compliance with local regulations
• Provide technical accounting leadership (IFRS/UK GAAP), especially around consolidations, FX, and intercompany transactions
• Partner with FP&A to deliver accurate and insightful reporting for senior leadership and the PE board
• Play a key role in process improvement, systems development, and future M&A integration

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/CA or equivalent)
• Strong technical accounting background, ideally trained in practice (Big 4 or Top 10)
• Proven experience handling multi-jurisdictional audit and tax matters
• Exposure to PE-backed environments and rapid growth businesses a plus
• Confident, proactive communicator with strong commercial awareness

Why Join?

• Work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting with real impact
• Collaborate with a high-calibre leadership team
• Shape the finance function as the business scales internationally
• Competitive package and a supportive, high-performance culture