Head of OTA Finance
At Vio.com we believe booking accommodation should feel smart, fair, and effortless — never overwhelming or unclear.
As one of the world’s fastest-growing travel tech platforms, we help millions of users make smarter travel decisions by comparing stays across booking sites — so they can find the perfect place, at the best price, anywhere in the world. We cut through the noise and complexity of hotel and vacation rental booking, surfacing real value with clarity, transparency, and full support. No tricks. No confusion. Just great stays — booked with confidence.
With global operations and super fast growth, our mission is to reshape how people discover and book accommodation through technology that travelers can trust.
We are looking for someone to lead the finance operations in our own in house Online Travel Agency (OTA) The Head of OTA Finance will own the financial strategy and operations for this business unit - a complex, high-exposure area that requires sophisticated risk management, cash flow expertise, and strong financial oversight. You will manage two finance operations analysts and partner closely with the CEO, Partnerships team, analytics team and the OTA leadership team.
With approximately 40% strategic finance & risk management, 30% cash & FX management, 20% operational oversight and 10% team management, this is a senior finance role requiring deep analytical capability, risk assessment expertise, and excellent cross-functional communication.
This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong cash management experience who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands-on financial risk management in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
What You Will Do
Strategic Finance & Risk Management (40%)
Own end-to-end financial strategy for the OTA business line (MoR)
Account and verify MoR P&L
Develop and maintain financial models to measure and forecast the OTA P&L impact
Partner with other stakeholders on key financial decisions ( FX policy, commission structure etc)
Build frameworks and processes to monitor and mitigate financial exposure
Support strategic initiatives including new country expansions, new payment methods support and product launches
Cash Flow & FX Management (30%)
Assess, quantify, and manage financial risks including FX exposure, credit risk, and cash flow volatility
Own the OTA cash flow planning, forecasting, and monitoring
Manage foreign exchange strategy and exposure across multiple currencies
Optimize timing and execution of currency conversions
Ensure accurate cash flow reporting to Leadership Team
VAT, Tax & Compliance Oversight (20%)
Oversee OTA related VAT, tax, and regulatory compliance requirements, including the operational implications of specific country entities
The main point of contact of our accountants & advisors
Partner with external tax advisors and internal Legal/Compliance teams
Ensure accurate commission calculations and reporting
Monitor changes in regulatory requirements across markets
Support audit and compliance processes
Operational Finance & Team Management (10%)
Manage and develop the team’s two team members
Oversee day-to-day MoR finance operations (invoicing, reconciliations, reporting)
Serve as backup for operational tasks when an analyst is unavailable
Ensure smooth month-end close and reporting processes
Maintain strong collaboration with Partnerships, Analytics, and other stakeholders
Who You Are
10+ years of experience in corporate finance, treasury, or FP&A, with specific experience managing Merchant of Record (MoR) operations - preferably in fintech, payments, marketplace, or travel industries
Strong treasury or cash management background
Demonstrated ability to assess and quantify financial risk
Advanced Google Sheets/Excel user; comfortable with complex financial models
Experience with BI tools (Looker) or ability to quickly master them
Proven track record managing cross-border payments and multi-currency operations
Strong business partner who can translate complex financial concepts for non-finance stakeholders
Comfortable working in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment
What Success Looks Like in This Role
OTA financial risks are clearly identified, measured, and actively managed
FX strategy optimizes cost while minimizing volatility impact
Cash flow is predictable and well-controlled
Leadership Team has confidence in MoR financial reporting and insights
Finance operations run smoothly with minimal escalations
Why join us now?
We are one of the most innovative and fastest-growing accommodation booking platforms in the world today, serving 5 million customers a year and aiming far further.
We are a passionate and diverse team of tech enthusiasts and creatives with a commitment and focus on the traveler above all else - and it shows in our industry-leading TrustPilot score;
We place huge importance on rewarding our employees for the value they generate by giving Stock Appreciation Rights to all employees.
Do you want to know if Vio.com is the right place for you? Find out by reading about the attitude that thrives at Vio.com.
What we offer:
Plenty of chances to learn and grow within an open, diverse culture which promotes knowledge sharing, trust and transparency;
A great compensation package, perks and benefits (including significant stock appreciation rights);
Flexible time off (take as many holidays as you need) and a chance to work remotely;
You will be part of a highly international team that enjoys working, eating and playing together in one of the best office locations in Amsterdam;
We value good food and offer catered lunches from various cuisines, great coffee, ice-cream in the fridge and the occasional barbecue in our garden;
We enjoy getting together to celebrate our wins with company events in Amsterdam and abroad;
A budget for your dream home office;
Access to free mental health support via OpenUp.
We encourage people from all ethnic groups, genders, sexuality, ages and abilities to apply. If this job description resonates with you, we want to hear from you!
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