Finance Analyst

HBX Group is the world’s leading technology partner, connecting and empowering the world of travel. We’re game-changers, disruptors, the people who bring together local and global brands in accommodation, transport, activities and payments through our network of 300,000 hotels worldwide, 60,000 hard to reach high value clients such as tour operators, travel agents and loyalty schemes across 140 source markets. We are tech-driven, with a customer-first philosophy, and commercial teams whose knowledge and relationships on the ground are second to none. And of course we have an amazing team! Our people, Team HBX Group, are the beating heart of the company who we encourage to ‘move fast, dream big and make the difference’ every day. In fact, we believe that it is tech + data + people that truly sets us apart in the market, alongside our ‘global approach, local touch’ mentality. We’re headquartered in Palma, Mallorca and employ around 3,500 people worldwide.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Us

HBX Group is the world’s leading technological partner, connecting and empowering the world of travel. We bring together global and local brands in accommodation, transport, activities and payments, serving 300,000 hotels and 60,000 hard‑to‑reach, high‑value clients across 140 source markets. Tech-driven with a customer-first mindset, our commercial teams and talented HBX people are the heart of what makes us unique. At HBX, we believe that tech + data + people set us apart, supported by our “global approach, local touch” philosophy

Job Summary

The Finance Analyst is responsible for supporting the financial close process, maintaining accurate accounting records, ensuring compliance with audit and tax requirements, and providing financial analysis to support business decision-making. The role works closely with finance management, auditors, and external advisors to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and strong balance sheet governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and provide audit documentation for assigned areas of responsibility, responding to internal and external auditor requests to support the successful completion of audits and the achievement of clean audit reports.
• Review and prepare manual journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Monitor and validate monthly closing activities by reviewing closing checklists and ensuring all month-end processes are completed accurately and on time.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations for entities within scope, identifying risks, discrepancies, and improvement opportunities, and escalating issues to the Finance Manager as appropriate.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet and profit & loss (P&L) reviews, providing insights and highlighting financial issues, trends, or anomalies to Finance Management.
• Support external advisors with local tax reporting requirements by providing financial data, documentation, and analysis as needed.
• Assist the Finance Operations team with ad hoc reporting, financial analysis, and documentation requests.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing financial processes, controls, and reporting accuracy.

Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close activities, journal entry preparation, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify financial risks, discrepancies, and improvement opportunities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems/ERP platforms.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits.
• Knowledge of local tax compliance and reporting requirements.
• Experience in a shared services, finance operations, or multinational environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification or progress toward certification is an advantage.

At HBX Group, we believe that diversity drives innovation and makes travel a force for good.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, embracing different backgrounds, perspectives and talents. Join us and be part of a team where diversity and equal opportunities really do make a difference.

You will have the opportunity to work for a company that is going through significant change in becoming the world´s leading travel services provider. We are looking for people that are ready to ride the wave in this exciting journey.

As well as an attractive benefits package you will be able to work:

• Within an innovative, engaging and multicultural environment.

• Have the opportunity to build strong and lasting business relationships and friendships from around the world.

• Have the opportunity in developing your career locally or within one of our beautiful working locations across the globe.