Financial Accounting Manager in Port Glasgow

Your new company

Our philosophy is simple, we create enriching experiences for travellers by combining an unbeatable mix of exceptional service and quality at great value. As a global business with over 100 years of experience in the travel industry, our ethos of being ‘Driven by Service’, ensures we keep our values of passion, people and purpose at the heart of everything we do – designing and running immersive, innovative and responsible travel experiences for our guests across 70 countries. Join us in creating life-changing moments for every guest across our award-winning brands and experience our difference.

Values

• Driven by service
• An inherent passion for travel
• Commitment to our customers and to our people
• Commitment to social responsibility and our 5-year sustainability strategy

Your new role

As an Accounting Manager, you will oversee the integrity of financial records through accurate accounting, timely close processes, and adherence to internal controls. You’ll manage a team of accountants, ensure compliance with IFRS/local GAAP, and support audits and reporting while driving continuous process improvements across the Record-to-Report cycle.

• Month-End Close – Manage accurate and timely general ledger close activities across entities
• Financial Integrity – Ensure adherence to accounting standards and maintain high quality reconciliations
• Audit Support – Prepare schedules and liaise with external and internal auditors
• Team Leadership – Supervise and develop accountants across key areas such as fixed assets, intercompany, and journals
• Process Improvement – Streamline accounting operations and contribute to automation and standardisation initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience in accounting leadership roles. Holds a deep understanding of IFRS and statutory reporting with proven ability to manage close cycles, reconciliations, accruals, and audit processes. Experience with ERP systems, ideally Oracle R12. Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage teams across multiple locations.

Key Individual Traits

• Adaptability: Demonstrates the ability to adjust effectively to changing environments, priorities, and challenges. Embraces new ideas and approaches with flexibility and openness
• Attention to detail: Carefully reviews work to ensure accuracy, quality, and completeness. Adheres to rules and procedures
• Boldness: Approaches tasks and decisions with confidence and a proactive mindset, willingness to speak up and challenge the status quo
• Collaborative: Builds strong relationships and works cross-functionally with a consultative, co-creative approach to influence and align others in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity: Driven by lifelong learning, actively seeks new knowledge, skills, and perspectives to enhance performance and personal growth. Embraces continuous learning as a core value
• Resilience: Remains calm and effective under pressure, persistent through challenges, and driven to achieve long-term goals
• Service Orientation: Strives to deliver exceptional service with empathy, responsiveness, and a solutions-focused approach

Success Criteria

Success is delivering reliable, audit-ready financials on time while upholding accounting quality and compliance. The Accounting Manager is a key operational leader who brings structure, drives improvements, and builds a strong, technically capable team that supports the broader finance agenda.

• Accuracy and timeliness of month-end close
• Number of audit findings or adjustments
• Completion rate of reconciliations by deadline
• Quality of financial controls and compliance ratings
• Team development and performance scorecards

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary + benefits package. The opportunity to support with exciting transformation projects. Hybrid working. The opportunity to streamline processes and procedures. Excellent scope for career progression.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.