Finance Assistant (German Speaking)

£25,000

Glasgow, UK (in office 3x a week, 2x per week at home)

Calling all German speakers! If you’re a finance whiz and thrive on adventure, love the outdoors, and have a passion for travel, then this could be the role you’ve been waiting for!

As part of our Finance team, you’ll play a pivotal role in making sure our suppliers are paid on time and our customers enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey. You’ll report directly to our Finance Manager and get the chance to grow your skills as a Finance Assistant while being right at the heart of our operations.

Based in our vibrant Skypark office in Finnieston, Glasgow, you’ll join a passionate global team where you’ll make a real impact every single day.

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 175 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 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;

• Process multicurrency supplier invoices into our accounting system (Netsuite).
• Process weekly supplier payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and ensure supplier accounts are accurate and up to date.
• Answer queries from suppliers & other departments by email & telephone. Be proactive in building relationships with our suppliers and other internal teams, especially those based in Germany.
• Process and reconcile credit card transactions.
• Process staff expenses.
• Assist in the month end process for monthly Management reporting.
• Post bank transactions weekly and perform bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile the Accounts Receivable report and ensure all customer receipts due are received and correctly allocated in a timely manner.
• Process customer refunds and deposit transfers.
• Assist with the preparation for the Year End Audit.
• Other Ad Hoc Duties as required.

What you’ll bring;

• Fluent in German and English.
• Experience in a similar role with a passion for our business and travel, or an eagerness to learn new skills and move into a finance role.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong team player.
• Problem solving skills and an ability to think outside the box to identify ways to improve processes.
• Skilled user of MS packages, most specifically Excel.
• Strong organisational skills and good attention to detail.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to different situations in a fast-growing business.

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

• NetSuite Experience.

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.
• GETTING TOGETHER: Regular team, management and leadership meetings and 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.