sunsail, the moorings & leopard catamarans

At The Moorings and Sunsail (part of Travelopia), we plan and deliver fantastic yacht charters across the world. We have an abiding passion for sailing, taking yachting holidays to the next level across the most spectacular destinations worldwide which keep our customers coming back again and again!

The secret to our success within the yacht industry lies in our exceptional teams, we are united by the same purpose, to have fun while creating extraordinary experiences on the water.

We are looking to hire a BVI Finance Manager to join our team! Reporting to our Yachts Finance Business Partner, you’ll be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and providing effective financial partnering for the BVI Base, including the BVI Resort and Crewed Yachts operations.

The role will lead a team of 3–4 finance staff, ensuring the integrity of financial results while supporting continuous improvement across BVI operations. Key skills include financial excellence, team management and development, the ability to deliver to deadlines in a fast-paced environment, strong cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to driving efficiencies and process improvements.

What we’ll offer:

• Competitive salary and annual performance-based bonus
• Hybrid work environment (3-4 days on site)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Employee travel discounts

What you’ll do:

Month-End Reporting & Financial Control

• Lead and deliver the month-end close for the BVI, ensuring adherence to group timelines and standards
• Prepare and review P&L and balance sheet results, providing clear variance analysis and commentary
• Ensure all journal entries, accruals, and adjustments are appropriately supported and compliant
• Complete and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Support internal and external audit requirements

Balance Sheet Control

• Ensure timely completion and review of all balance sheet reconciliations (including inventory, accruals, prepayments, payroll, intercompany, and fixed assets)
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items, maintaining strong financial controls
• Ensure compliance with group standards and drive improvements in reconciliation quality and documentation

Forecasting, Budgeting & Analysis

• Support monthly forecasting in partnership with the Finance Business Partner and operational teams
• Provide analytical insight and scenario modelling to support decision-making
• Support annual budgeting and long-term planning
• Analyse key cost drivers across operations, including crewed yachts, staffing, and base overheads

Payroll & People Costs

• Oversee payroll in collaboration with local payroll and HR teams
• Validate overtime, holiday pay, and allowances to ensure accuracy and policy alignment
• Prepare and review payroll reconciliations in line with group standards

Cash & Treasury Management

• Maintain strong controls over cash handling, petty cash, and on-site transactions across resort and yacht operations

BVI Resort Finance Support

• Support financial performance across the BVI Resort, including revenue, cost control, and margin analysis
• Partner with operational leaders to ensure accurate reporting and commercial oversight
• Monitor key metrics such as payroll, F&B spend, provisioning, maintenance costs, and occupancy

Continuous Process Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements across financial processes, reporting, and systems
• Strengthen local finance capability and embed best practices across controls and workflows
• Support finance transformation initiatives, including optimisation of SAP processes

Systems Ownership

• Act as the local SAP expert, ensuring effective use of finance systems and processes
• Support forecasting tools (e.g. TM1) and ensure data accuracy
• Provide training and guidance to finance and operational teams

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the finance team
• Set clear objectives, manage performance, and ensure high-quality output
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with the BVI Base Manager and operational leaders to provide financial insight and challenge
• Collaborate with HR, procurement, and central finance teams
• Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders

What you’ll bring:

• Qualified Accountant preferred (ACCA / CIMA / CPA or equivalent)
• Extensive experience in financial management, accounting, or business partnering roles
• Strong month-end, forecasting, and financial control expertise
• Confident user of SAP or similar ERP systems
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and thrive in a hands-on environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across functions
• High attention to detail, combined with a continuous improvement mindset and ability to see the bigger picture
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach

We believe people perform best when they can be their true selves and diverse teams drive better results. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.

Travelopia ensures an inclusive workplace for all. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us here: Talent@Travelopia.com

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