Job Description:

Come and join one of the world’s leading luxury travel brands.

A&K Travel Group is a dynamic collection of travel and cruise companies, including Abercrombie & Kent, Crystal, and the world’s oldest travel agency, Cox & Kings. We create unique, immersive travel experiences worldwide. Our people make us a great place to work, fostering a supportive environment with ongoing training and global career opportunities. We also make a difference: Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy has supported communities for 40 years, and we were recognised by Which? for exceptional client care during the pandemic.

Role: A&K Nordics DMC Financial Accountant
Location: Cheltenham
Reports to: Finance Manager

Purpose of the Role

To lead and support the financial management of A&K’s Nordics DMC operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial control, and proactive commercial insight. The role partners closely with operational and sales teams for the Nordic destinations (e.g., Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland) to drive profitability, efficiency, and informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control

Own the end-to-end production of monthly management accounts for Nordics DMC entities
Deliver timely and accurate reporting packs to Group, including variance analysis and commentary
Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, and intercompany entries
Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure integrity of financial data
Ensure compliance with local Nordic regulatory and tax requirements (e.g., VAT)

Commercial Finance & Business Partnering

Act as a key finance contact for Nordics DMC
Provide insight into margins, product profitability, and cost control across destinations
Support pricing, contracting, and supplier negotiations with financial analysis
Translate financial data into actionable recommendations to improve performance

Cash Flow & Treasury

Manage and forecast cash flow across Nordic entities, including multi-currency considerations
Oversee treasury activities, including payments, FX exposure, and liquidity management
Monitor working capital (receivables, payables, deposits)

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

Support the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts
Work with regional stakeholders to model demand, seasonality, and operational costs
Track performance against budget and provide clear variance explanations

Operational Finance Oversight

Oversee purchase and sales ledger processes in collaboration with shared services or local teams
Review and approve supplier payments, ensuring alignment with contracts and cash flow priorities
Ensure robust internal controls, systems, and processes are maintained and continuously improved

Audit & Compliance

Support internal and external audit processes
Ensure adherence to Group policies and local statutory requirements
Maintain strong documentation and audit trails

Ad Hoc & Strategic Projects

Support system improvements, process automation, and finance transformation initiatives
Assist with new market setups, acquisitions, or restructuring within the Nordics region
Provide financial input into strategic initiatives and business cases

Standards of Performance

Deliver accurate financial information within agreed deadlines
Build strong relationships with regional stakeholders
Demonstrate commercial awareness and proactive problem-solving
Maintain high standards of organisation, professionalism, and attention to detail

Key Skills & Experience

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent)
Experience in multi-entity, multi-currency environments
Strong Excel and financial systems skills
Experience in travel, hospitality, or DMC environment preferred
Understanding of Nordic markets or international operations advantageous

What we offer

Competitive salary plus annual bonus plan
Company pension plan from start of employment, with employer contributions increasing after 5 and 10 years of service
25 days annual leave – in addition to bank holidays, plus the ability to buy an additional 5 days or sell 5 days
Discounted trips through A&K Travel Group Travel Benefit Program (includes friends and family)
Discounted Gym Membership – we offer a contribution of up to £35 a month at either Virgin Active Gym (London) or to other gyms through GymFlex.
Private Healthcare through BUPA paid through a salary sacrifice deduction using our corporate rates – covers individual and family cover
Life Assurance (4x base salary paid out as a tax-free sum)
Hybrid working – we value collaboration and ask employees to come to the office for a minimum of 4 days per week
Enhanced Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program – includes access to wellbeing resources and counselling
£1,000 Recruitment Referral Bonus
Cycle to work scheme
Season Ticket Loans
Regular Social Events

EEO Statement

Abercrombie & Kent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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