Group Financial Controller

The Company

"People don't take trips – trips take people"

… and we're in the business of planning and organising trips all over the globe for almost half a million travellers each year.

We're G2 Travel, a wholesale tour operator with a network of offices spanning Asia, the Middle East, Europe and North America.

We're not a corporation and don't behave like one – results are achieved through collaboration and teamwork – a place where everyone gets noticed.

We believe that work should be enjoyable, stimulating and fun

The Role

The Group Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing all group-level financial operations, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. This role plays a key part in consolidating group financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving continuous improvement in financial systems and processes across multiple business units or subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting in accordance with internal policies
• Oversee group budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior management
• Maintain integrity and transparency in all financial reporting and disclosures

Group Consolidation & Control

• Manage the consolidation of results from subsidiaries and international entities
• Oversee intercompany transactions, eliminations, and reconciliations
• Ensure consistent accounting policies and procedures across the business
• Support subsidiary finance teams to maintain compliance and control standards

Compliance & Audit

• Coordinate and manage annual group audit with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements, tax regulations, and reporting standards.
• Develop and implement internal control frameworks and risk management practices

Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and reporting tools.
• Implement ERP system enhancements and promote automation in finance operations
• Ensure data accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of financial infrastructure

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage and mentor the group finance team, promoting collaboration and accountability
• Provide guidance and support to finance managers across subsidiaries
• Foster a culture of excellence, integrity, and continuous learning

The Requirements

Essential:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent).
• 8+ years of progressive experience in finance, including at least 3 years in a senior controller or group finance role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP, group consolidation, and financial control frameworks.
• Experience working in multi-entity, international, or complex corporate structures.
• Proven experience in leading audits and managing external stakeholders.

Desirable:

• Experience in [industry, e.g., manufacturing, technology, financial services].
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Exposure to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integration and due diligence.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• High integrity and professional ethics
• Strong organisational and project management abilities
• Commercial acumen and ability to support business decision-making

The Deal

Commitment, loyalty and passion are the qualities that we admire the most. In return for that we offer:

• Competitive salaries which reflect the importance of these roles and your experience.
• Salaries are reviewed and discussed annually and can increase significantly according to experience.
• A genuine commitment to recognise your achievements.
• Hard work deserves a break, so we offer 20 days annual leave each year plus all public holidays.
• First class office environment which is a safe, comfortable, stimulating and fun place to be.
• Medical cover on Day 1 of employment
• We want you to eat well, so we offer you a rice allowance.
• Competitive transportation allowance
• Opportunities to travel at discounted prices.