Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Chartered Accountant (CA) to lead the Finance & Accounts function for a growing travel organization. The ideal candidate should possess strong managerial capabilities, expertise in financial planning, accounting operations, taxation, compliance, audits, and reporting, preferably within the Travel & Tourism industry. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, profitability analysis, and efficient team management.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and oversee the complete Finance & Accounts function.

- Develop and implement financial policies, controls, and procedures.

- Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.

- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and fund management.

- Provide strategic financial insights to senior management.

Accounting Operations:

- Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including:

1. Accounts Payable

2. Accounts Receivable

3. General Ledger

4. Bank Reconciliation

5. Vendor Payments

6. Revenue Recognition

- Ensure timely month-end and year-end closures.

- Review financial statements and management reports.

Taxation & Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with GST, TDS, Income Tax, and other statutory regulations.

- Manage tax filings, assessments, and departmental audits.

- Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities.

- Stay updated with changes in accounting and taxation laws.

Travel Industry Financial Management:

- Monitor airline, hotel, DMC, visa, and vendor reconciliations.

- Manage BSP reconciliations and travel-related financial transactions.

- Analyze package profitability, margins, and operational costs.

- Oversee foreign exchange transactions and travel-related payments.

- Ensure accurate accounting of travel bookings, cancellations, refunds, and commissions.

Team Leadership:

- Lead, mentor, and manage the Accounts & Finance team.

- Assign responsibilities and monitor team performance.

- Conduct periodic training and process improvement initiatives.

- Foster a culture of accountability and financial discipline.

Reporting & Analysis:

- Prepare MIS reports, P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.

- Present financial performance reports to management.

- Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.

- Support business expansion and investment decisions through financial analysis.

Required Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory.

- 8-15 years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounts.

- Minimum 35 years in a managerial or leadership role.

- Prior experience in the Travel & Tourism industry preferred.

- Strong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, and financial regulations.

- Experience handling audits, compliance, and financial planning.

Key Skills:

- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

- Accounting & Bookkeeping

- Taxation (GST, TDS, Income Tax)

- Budgeting & Forecasting

- Cash Flow Management

- Audit & Compliance

- Team Leadership

- MIS Reporting

- Financial Controls

- Vendor & Client Reconciliation

- Travel Industry Accounting

- ERP & Accounting Software

Preferred Skills:

- Experience with travel accounting systems, BSP reconciliation, and GDS-related financial processes.

- Knowledge of foreign exchange management and international transactions.

- Familiarity with ERP systems such as Tally, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

- Accuracy of Financial Reporting

- Timely Statutory Compliance

- Cash Flow Optimization

- Audit Compliance Score

- Budget vs Actual Performance

- Team Productivity & Efficiency

- Profitability & Cost Control

- Working Capital Management