Ainsley Reid International Limited
Head of Finance
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Location: Birmingham (UK)
Reports to: CEO / Managing Director
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Finance to lead our finance function within a dynamic travel/tour operator business. This is a senior leadership role responsible for financial strategy, operational excellence, and team leadership, supporting continued growth in a fast-paced industry.
The successful candidate will bring deep accounting expertise, a strong background in the travel sector, and proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
- Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Provide commercial insight and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and risk management frameworks are in place.
- Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Partner with senior leadership on business planning, pricing strategies, and performance optimisation.
- Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and reporting capabilities.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a finance team of up to 12 staff.
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Key Requirements
- Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role (Head of Finance, Finance Director, or similar).
- Essential: Background in the travel industry, tour operator, or closely related sector.
- Familiarity with travel-specific financial models (e.g. seasonality, deferred revenue, supplier contracts).
- Fully qualified accountant with strong technical accounting expertise.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or close relationships/experience dealing with auditors.
- Strong leadership experience managing teams of up to 12 people.
- Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Experience operating in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
- Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and risk management.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
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What We Offer
- Flexible working (remote considered for the right candidate)
- Competitive salary and benefits package (£90K -£100K)
- Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of a growing travel business
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment
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