Job Description

ABOUT US

Our philosophy at The Travel Corporation (TTC) is simple, we create enriching experiences for travelers by combining an unbeatable mix of exceptional service and quality at great value. As a global business with over 100 years of experience in the travel industry, our ethos of being 'Driven by Service' ensures we keep our values of passion, people and purpose at the heart of everything we do - designing and running immersive, innovative and responsible travel experiences for our guests across 70 countries. Join us in creating life-changing moments for every guest across our award-winning brands and experience the TTC difference.



OUR VALUES

Driven by service An inherent passion for travel Commitment to our customers and to our people Commitment to corporate social responsibility and our 5-year sustainability strategy

POSITION SUMMARY

As a TTC Business Unit Controller, you will lead statutory accounting, regulatory compliance, and financial governance for one or more legal entities. Reporting to the Chief Accountant, you will ensure local accounts are accurate, audit-ready, and aligned with Group policies. You will also serve as the primary point of contact for local tax, treasury, and regulatory bodies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Statutory Accounting & Compliance - Deliver timely and accurate statutory financial statements under local GAAP and IFRS, ensuring audit readiness.

Month-End Close - Manage the month-end process, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and local P&L and balance sheet integrity.

Audit Management - Lead the external audit process for assigned legal entities and respond to audit queries with complete documentation and reconciliations.

Tax & Treasury Liaison - Act as the local finance contact for Group Tax and Treasury, supporting filings, local cash management, and FX coordination.

Regulatory & Company Secretarial Interface - Serve as the primary contact for company secretarial matters and interactions with government bodies, auditors, and regulators.

Governance & Controls - Maintain strong internal controls and ensure documentation, approvals, and audit trails are in place for all accounting activities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration - Coordinate with the Chief Accountant, FP&A, Group Reporting, and Shared Services to ensure smooth operations and accurate consolidation inputs.



ROLE SUCCESS CRITERIA

Timeliness and accuracy of statutory filings.

Completion and quality of monthly reconciliations.

Audit outcomes (e.g., findings, adjustments).

On-time delivery of tax and treasury inputs.

Positive stakeholder feedback from Group Finance and local regulators.

Success in this role means your legal entities operate with financial integrity, meet all regulatory and statutory obligations, and present no surprises during audit or review. You are known as a trusted local advisor who ensures strong controls, compliant reporting, and seamless coordination with Group Finance and external stakeholders.

KEY INDIVIDUAL TRAITS

Attention to Detail - Reviews work carefully to ensure accuracy, quality, and completeness; adheres to rules and procedures.

Collaboration - Builds strong relationships and works cross-functionally with a consultative, co-creative approach to align others in a fast-paced environment.

Resilience - Remains calm and effective under pressure; persists through challenges to achieve long-term goals.



YOUR EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or local equivalent).

4-6 years of experience in statutory accounting and financial control.

Familiarity with IFRS, local GAAP, and statutory audit cycles.

Experience managing local tax filings, regulatory correspondence, and treasury coordination.

Strong communication skills and confidence in liaising with external bodies.



We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.