Financial Controller in Reading

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Director/Co-Founder at Gecko Travel Recruitment lucy@geckotravelrecruitment.co.uk 07904 518138

Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a well‑established travel business who offer experiences all over the world. As part of their expansion, they\’re recruiting a Financial Controller to join their team.

The Role:

As a Financial Controller, you will be working alongside the Head of Finance, and you will be responsible for the implementing the business\’s finance strategy and you will lead a small team. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will balance strategic oversight with operational delivery, strengthening controls, reporting, and systems while supporting sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role, or a finance manager ready to step into a leadership position
• Full accountancy qualifications (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Experience of working for an international business
• Strong background in management accounts, reporting, forecasting and cashflow management
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to improve systems, processes and controls
• Experience managing or mentoring a small finance team
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• A genuine interest in purpose‑driven work and making a positive social impact

Additional Info:

• Salary £70–75,000 (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working model (1 day in the office in Berkshire)
• Opportunity to build and lead a finance function within a growing global group
• Excellent benefits package
• Exposure to international operations across the UK and Australia
• Newly created leadership position with scope to shape the future of the Group

Apply with your CV quoting GTR1819 or visit: www.geckotravelrecruitment.co.uk

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