Financial Controller

c£80-90K depending on experience 

Glasgow (hybrid, 3 days per week in the office)

Get ready for an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the growth story of Macs Adventure! As we embark on an ambitious, scaling journey to double our revenue by 2029, we’re on the hunt for a Senior Financial Leader who can take our financial operations, reporting, and compliance to the next level.

As Financial Controller, reporting directly to the CFO, you’ll take the reins in shaping and optimizing our financial systems, processes, and controls. Your insights and expertise will empower our leadership team to make data-driven, strategic decisions and help guide us through this high-growth phase. You’ll lead the charge in ensuring operational excellence, maintaining compliance, and safeguarding the financial integrity of the business. Results-driven, adaptable, and resilient, taking a proactive, hands-on approach to challenges, you’ll thrive in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.

This isn’t just another finance role – it’s an opportunity to align your career with a fast-paced, scaling company and drive the financial health, success, and long-term growth of Macs Adventure. Ready to make an impact? Join us on this exciting journey!

About Macs Adventure

We’re a scaling adventure tour operator on a mission to be the leading global brand in self-guided, active travel.

Welcoming over 30,000 customers on over 600 walking and cycling trips to destinations around the world, we employ over 180 people across the UK, US and Germany who share our purpose to create #macsmoments by leading, advocating & enabling self-guided, active travel as a positive force for people and planet.

In November 2024, we proudly achieved B Corp certification, marking a significant milestone in our journey toward sustainable, values-driven growth.

Our Culture

We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking business with a bold vision for the future, and our culture reflects these ambitions. We’re an action-oriented, fast-paced organisation and we like to have fun along the way. We’re looking for people who can grow with Macs and join us on our journey. It’s not the easy route and we’re looking for people who enjoy challenges, love learning, want to make an impact and align with our core values:

• Love the journey: A Macs trip is all about the journey, not the destination. We are all believers in Macs’ unique brand of self-guided, active travel and shout about it. As more travellers convert to the Macs Way, we accept our business will grow and change. We welcome new connections, and embrace to new opportunities. Carpe diem!
• Take a different path: We’re not different for different’s sake; but we won’t succeed if we’re just the same as everyone else. We devise creative solutions to problems, find new ways of doing things, and trust colleagues who are doing so too. We are brave and feel empowered to take the initiative. We ask ourselves: is what I’m doing authentically Macs?
• Tread thoughtfully: We are considerate, empathetic and try to put ourselves in our customers’, suppliers’ and each other’s shoes. We support local, and find ways of having less negative impact on the planet. We find ways of having positive impact on people and communities. We are fair, and we do the right thing.
• Go the extra mile: We know that creating a perfect #MacsMoment involves going that bit further. We imagine the best feedback we can get and set out to earn it. We take ownership and accountability – it’s yours, not someone else’s, problem. We step up and help our team mates when they need us.

What you’ll do;

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS (or other relevant accounting standards).
• Conduct variance analysis and provide detailed commentary on financial performance for the CFO and leadership team.
• Deliver financial forecasts and support the CFO in preparing budgets and long-term financial models.
• Support the CFO in preparing financial reports for the board and external stakeholders.

Financial Systems & Processes

• Ensure financial systems and processes are scalable and efficient to support growth to £100M revenue.
• Lead process improvements and automation initiatives within the finance function.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data, implementing robust internal controls.
• Collaborate with the IT team to optimize ERP and other financial software.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain full compliance with local and international tax laws, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and manage relationships with external auditors, ensuring a clean audit process.
• Mitigate financial risks, including currency fluctuations, tax exposure, and regulatory changes, and report key risks to the CFO.
• Ensure compliance with travel industry financial regulations, such as ABTA and ABTOT requirements.

Strategic Support

• Partner with the CFO to provide financial insights that guide strategic initiatives, including market expansion, acquisitions, and operational investments.
• Monitor and improve financial KPIs to ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Team Development & Leadership

• Manage, mentor, and develop the finance operations team.
• Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and provide regular feedback to the team.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing culture within the finance department.
• Ensure the team is equipped with the skills and knowledge to meet current and future business needs.

What you’ll bring;

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• ACCA, ACA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent qualification.

Essential Experience:

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar senior finance role within a fast-growing business, ideally scaling revenues of £50M+.
• Track record in financial reporting, compliance, and risk management in a multi-entity or international business environment.
• Expertise in implementing and optimizing financial systems and processes to support growth.
• Experience managing audits and statutory reporting, with a clean audit track record.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial tools, with experience in automation and process optimization.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong data analysis capabilities.
• Familiarity with international tax regulations, including VAT and corporate tax in multiple jurisdictions.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with excellent problem-solving skills.

Leadership Skills:

• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, with a focus on collaboration and accountability.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging with senior leadership and non-finance stakeholders.

Not essential, it would be a bonus if you have;

• Experience in the travel, tourism, or hospitality sector.
• Knowledge of industry-specific financial regulations (e.g., ABTA, ABTOT, TOMS VAT).

The knowledge and skills we’ve listed represent “the perfect candidate”. No one’s perfect and we know the ‘confidence gap’ can stop brilliant people applying. If you love the sound of this opportunity please apply, we’d love to hear from you.

You could belong here;

To deliver adventures for more than 30,000 customers we need to build a company that’s reflective of their diversity. We’re building an inclusive workplace that promotes and values difference, where everyone, from any background, can do their best work and be proud to belong.

What we’ll offer

As well as your salary;

• ANNUAL LEAVE: We’re an inclusive employer and celebrate diversity. We want you to be able to take holidays that matter to you, so 8 public holidays are included in your annual leave allowance of 33 days, which increases to 35 days after 5 years’ service.

• BIRTHDAY BOOSTER: An extra day off on your birthday!

• PENSION: We offer a contributory pension scheme.

• DISCOUNTS: You are eligible for great discounts on Macs Adventure trips!

• TRAVEL INSURANCE: We provide you and your spouse/partner/children with annual worldwide travel insurance.

• FLEXIBLE WORKING: A flexible work culture - you’ll be able to work from home as well as coming into our hub office in Glasgow 3 days per week to collaborate with colleagues.

• GET TOGETHERS: Regular team, management, & leadership meetings/retreats.

• CULTURE: An innovative, fast growth, international and solution focused culture, where we work hard to embed our values across the business.

• L&D: We support your self-guided learning journey to make the most of your strengths.

• WELLBEING. We'll support you in looking after your health and wellbeing so you can do your best work.

• TRAVEL: Occasional international travel may be required.

• IMPACT: The opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives and the planet.