Financial Controller And Business PartnerAt TTC, we are Enriching lives by connecting people and places. For over 100 years, we've been bringing the world closer together by crafting journeys that create lasting memories, lifelong friendships and meaningful cultural connections. Across more than 70 countries and our award-winning brands, we design and deliver travel experiences that go beyond sightseeing - they change perspectives.
Behind every unforgettable journey is a passionate team making it happen. That's where you come in.Everything we do is guided by our five shared commitments:Value Every Voice - We put people first.Act with Integrity - We do what's right.Explore Beyond Boundaries - We're driven by curiosity.Own the Outcome - We take responsibility for our decisions.Succeed Together - We've got each other's backs.We are seeking a highly capable, commercially minded Financial Controller and Business Partner to join our Specialist & Adventure Division supporting our North America FIT businesses, including African Travel, Lion World Travel, and Brendan Vacations.This is far more than a traditional Controller role. You will serve as both:A strategic business partner to senior leadership providing performance insight.The finance leader responsible for financial control, reporting integrity, and operational insight.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys operating at both the strategic and detailed levels — a hands-on leader who can influence decision-making, improve performance, and build strong financial discipline within a growing international business.Strategic Finance, Business Partnering & Performance InsightPartner closely with the CEO and leadership team to drive business performance and strategic decision-makingLead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial modelingDeliver meaningful KPI reporting, profitability analysis, and commercial insightEvaluate investments, risks, and growth opportunitiesHelp build a stronger data-driven performance culture across the businessFinancial Control & OperationsOversee month-end close, reporting accuracy, reconciliations, audit, tax, and treasury activitiesEnsure strong financial controls and integrity across multiple entitiesPartner with shared services and global finance teams to improve processes and scalabilityLead continuous improvement initiatives across systems, reporting, and operational financeLeadershipLead, coach and develop finance team members, establishing clear objectives and fostering a commercially focused, high-performing finance functionAct as a key finance advisor to executive leadershipSupport transformation initiatives within a growing, globally connected organizationRequirementsWhat You'll BringBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field5–10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experienceStrong blend of: Financial controllership, FP&A / forecasting, Commercial business partneringStrong analytical and financial modeling skillsMeticulous attention to detailAdvanced Excel and ERP experienceExperience supporting senior business leaders and influencing decision-makingExperience managing and influencing remote teamsA collaborate mindset with a passion for developing othersAbility to operate both strategically and hands-onNice To HaveCPA (or equivalent accounting qualification)Multi-entity or complex organizational experience preferredSolid knowledge of Oracle preferredTravel, hospitality, or consumer-facing industry experience is a plusWhy This Role?High visibility role with executive partnershipOpportunity to shape finance within a transforming global organizationBroad scope across commercial finance and controllershipExposure to strategic initiatives, operational leadership, and international teamsOpportunity to make measurable business impactWork EnvironmentWork Location: Hybrid in Glendale, CA.Travel: Specialist & Adventure businesses are based in Australia, US and UK/Ireland with requirement to manage meetings and calls to suit, plus occasional internal and domestic travel (e.g., Dublin and UK)The Travel Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, creed, sex, gender, religion, marital status, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.
The Travel Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We not only encourage and support diversity in the workplace, we celebrate it! If you feel you have the skills and experience to thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment, we want to hear from you!