The role
We're looking for a hands-on Controller to own accounting operations and financial controls as we scale a multi-entity, multi-currency travel-tech business. You'll lead consolidation across our entities - including our UK and Netherlands operations, own both statutory audits, and drive a faster, more accurate close by combining strong technical accounting judgment with modern, AI-assisted tooling. You'll report to the Head of Finance and work closely with our external auditors and tax advisors.
What you'll do
Manage full-cycle intercompany accounting across multi-currency operations including FX translation, transfer pricing, and opening/closing balances.
Own the UK & Netherlands entities alignment, books, and statutory audits end-to-end
Play a key role in monthly, quarterly, and annual close process end-to-end across all entities
Control the general ledger, journal entries, account reconciliations, and chart of accounts
Ensure US GAAP compliance including revenue recognition (ASC 606) for bookings, cancellations, and refunds on a departure-date basis
Oversee consolidation of financial statements across all entities
Own accounting positions and memos - including leases and R&D capitalization
Coordinate tax compliance (VAT, corporate tax, foreign vendor payments) with external advisors and tax authorities
Design, document, and maintain internal controls over financial reporting
Evaluate and implement AI-powered tools and automation to reduce manual work and accelerate close
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance + CPA
4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years as Controller or Assistant Controller
Hands-on intercompany accounting - balances, transfer pricing, journal entries across multiple legal entities - required
Financial statement consolidation across multiple entities and currencies - required
Hands-on experience with Priority ERP - required
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP including ASC 606
Experience managing external audits, ideally including UK and/or Netherlands statutory audits
2+ years of experience in a high-growth tech company (travel-tech, e-commerce, marketplace, or payments strongly preferred)
Practical experience using AI or automation tools to streamline the monthly close
Nice to have
Prior ownership of a UK and/or Netherlands entity including statutory audit
International tax / VAT experience
Experience implementing or migrating ERP systems.