Head of Destinations

About the client:

A leading name in Sri Lanka's travel and hospitality sector, specializing in crafting distinctive outbound travel experiences that blend comfort, culture, and creativity. With a strong international presence and a commitment to excellence, the company is expanding its outbound leisure travel segment and seeks an accomplished leader to drive strategic growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the outbound leisure travel division, overseeing all operational, commercial, and service-related functions.

Develop and execute strategies to achieve revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction goals.

Build and strengthen partnerships with global tour operators, airlines, and destination management companies (DMCs).

Identify emerging travel trends and develop innovative, market-driven travel products.

Inspire, mentor, and empower teams to deliver world-class customer experiences.

Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and key performance metrics to ensure sustainable business growth.

Requirements:

Professional accounting qualifications (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).

Minimum 5 years experience in finance within the freight forwarding or logistics industry.

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.

Proven experience in team management and financial leadership.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach.

Results-driven with a passion for growing an international freight forwarding business.

Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably Genso and CargoWise platforms).

Ability to collaborate effectively with overseas branches, agents, and stakeholders.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Proficient in MS Office and other accounting-related tools.

Highly organized, goal-oriented, and able to perform under pressure.

If you are interested, please send your CV to or apply below.