Financial Controller at The Travel Corporation (TTC)

Description

ABOUT US

Our philosophy at The Travel Corporation (TTC) is simple, we create enriching experiences for travellers 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 social responsibility and our 5-year sustainability strategy

POSITION SUMMARY

As a TTC Business Unit Controller, you will lead the 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 full 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 – Act as the main local 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.

Requirements

ROLE SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Timeliness and accuracy of statutory filings.
• Completion and quality of monthly reconciliations.
• Audit outcome (e.g., findings, adjustments).
• On-time delivery of tax and treasury inputs.
• Stakeholder feedback from Group Finance and local regulators.

Success 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: Carefully reviews work to ensure accuracy, quality, and completeness. Adheres to rules and procedures. 
• Resilience: Remains calm and effective under pressure, persistent through challenges, and driven to achieve long-term goals.
• Collaborative: Builds strong relationships and works cross-functionally with a consultative, co-creative approach to influence and align others in a fast-paced environment. 

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or local equivalent).
• 4–6 years of experience in statutory accounting and financial control.
• Familiar with IFRS, local GAAP, and statutory audit cycles.
• Experience managing local tax filings, regulatory correspondence, and treasury coordination.
• Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with external bodies.

TRAVEL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location: Hybrid (office & remote) - details to be agreed with line manager
• Travel: To be discussed