Financial Controller
About Daytrip
Daytrip is the world’s leading platform for private car transfers, helping travelers move safely and comfortably between cities in 130+ countries. 🚙🌍
Recognized as TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice since 2016 and rated 4.9★ on Trustpilot, Daytrip is one of the most trusted and fastest-growing traveltech companies.
We’re transforming how people move between destinations and how the industry thinks about private car transfers, creating a global product loved by travelers and trusted by top travel brands.
This is a role in our small but impactful finance team. You would be working closely with CFO, Senior Controller, Operational Controller, and Junior Financial Specialist.
What we’re looking for 👀
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality monthly financial closings, reports, analyses, and give recommendations that support management decision-making.
As your Daytrip journey progresses you will become more involved in core financial processes, reporting, budget tracking, and financial analysis. This role is giving you the ability to gain valuable experiences and grow within an international environment.
If you enjoy working with numbers, have a structured mindset, and are motivated by new challenges and continuous improvement, then we’re looking for you!
What you’ll do 🧠⚙️
Prepare inputs for monthly financial closings in cooperation with our Junior Financial Specialist
Collaborate with the Accounting team to ensure correct posting of revenues and costs
Prepare monthly performance reports for management, including analysis and commentary on performance trends and overall development, in collaboration with the Senior Controller
Create ad-hoc financial analyses and reports based on current needs
Support the annual budgeting process in cooperation with the Senior Controller
Prepare monthly budget tracking reports for budget owners , including OPEX analysis and commentary
Support the preparation of financial audit documentation
Participate in projects focused on improving and streamlining financial processes, both internally and in cooperation with our external accounting partner
Work in close cooperation with other departments (Sales, Marketing, Product, HR) on data collection, validation, and interpretation
What You Bring 🔥
A degree in Economics, Finance and 2–3 years of experience in a similar role
Strong working knowledge of Excel / Google Sheets (pivot tables, formulas such as sumifs, xlookup, working with linked files)
A genuine interest in numbers and data, with a high attention to detail and a structured approach
Clear, proactive communication and a collaborative mindset
A reliable and proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and know when to ask for support
Motivation to identify, propose, and implement process improvements
Confidence to formulate recommendations and take responsibility for their quality
Ability to communicate in English, and Czech or Slovak (due to our Czech speaking external accounting partner)
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-growing company
A practical, execution-focused approach to getting things done
Why choose Daytrip 😎
- Join a Fast-Growing Startup: Be part of an exciting journey in a rapidly expanding startup that is revolutionizing the travel industry.
- Global Impact: Contribute to a project that is making its mark on a global scale, positioning Daytrip as a prominent player in the travel field.
- Diverse and Talented Team: Collaborate with smart and engaged colleagues from over 15 nationalities, each bringing valuable expertise in IT, marketing, sales, finance, customer experience, and management.
- Flexibility: We've got team members scattered all over the place. We totally get it: flexibility is key, and hybrid setting is how we work.
- Trust and Support: Experience a supportive work environment where learning and growth are encouraged. Benefit from the collective knowledge and guidance of the team.
- Amazing Team Culture: Join a team that knows how to have fun! From team building activities and game nights to summer barbecues and unforgettable parties, we foster a vibrant and enjoyable work atmosphere.