Finance Manager

Established in 2003, McKinlay Kidd is a multiple award-winning tour operator, and as of 2024, we proudly became an employee-owned business. We truly are a people first company and everyone in our team actively contributes to our success.

We specialise in experience led and tailormade holidays throughout Scotland, Ireland, England, Wales and the Channel Islands. We design unforgettable train tours, road trips, fly-drive adventures, wildlife holidays, whisky trails and so much more.

Our customers are predominantly older, well-educated and well-travelled from both the UK and overseas. They expect and value exceptional service, many of them return to us time after time because we consistently listen and care about everything we do.

We are now looking for an office-based Finance Manager who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and take full ownership of our financial health as we enter our next phase of growth.

Competitive salary depending on experience.

Reporting directly to an offsite Fractional FD and with a dotted line into the Managing Director, you will be the day-to-day finance lead for the business. Supported by a keen and capable Finance Assistant, you will cover everything from overseeing supplier payments through to reporting, budgeting, tax and payroll.

In addition to your finance responsibilities, you will support the smooth running of the business by looking after facilities and office management tasks.

This is a well-rounded role, ideal for someone wanting to take the next step on their career journey, and make their mark on a growing business.

• Manage the day-to-day finance function:
  Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Bank Reconciliations, supported by Finance Assistant
• Oversee supplier payments, ensuring timely settlements with international partners.
• Manage payroll (liaising with external payroll bureau) and staff expenses.
• Produce accurate monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cashflow, along with variance analysis.
• Manage the annual budgeting process and re-forecasting throughout the year.
• Manage the year-end process and liaise with external accountants for statutory reporting.

• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns, specifically calculating the Tour Operators Margin Scheme (TOMS).

• Be the point of contact for all facilities issues – maintenance, repairs and compliance.
• Take the lead on business and office insurance coverage.
• Manage the maintaining of office supplies.

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS) or Qualified by Experience (QBE) with a strong track record.
• Minimum 3–5 years in a finance management role, ideally within an SME environment.
• Previous experience in a tour operator or travel agency is highly desirable, but not essential.
• Proficiency in cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero) and strong Excel skills.

• Commercial Acumen:
  You understand that finance is there to support business growth, not just record transactions.
• Hands‑on Attitude:
  As a small business, we all chip in. You are happy processing an invoice one minute and dealing with boiler repairs the next.
• Attention to Detail:
  Precision is vital when dealing with customer monies and regulatory bodies.
• A Desire to Learn:
  Even if you lack direct experience of some of the outlined responsibilities, but can demonstrate a desire to learn and a self‑starter attitude, we want to hear from you.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Finance and Sales

Travel Arrangements