Senior Financial Specialist

As a Senior Finance Executive in the Finance & Accounts department based in Cochin and reporting to the Head of Finance, your role involves the following key responsibilities: - Prepare and review travel-related financial reports, including daily sales reports, branch accounts, and reconciliation statements. - Manage TDS, GST, and other statutory compliance filings. - Monitor revenue recognition and ensure accurate financial reporting in line with accounting standards. - Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for branches and departments. - Coordinate with auditors during internal and statutory audits. - Work closely with the operations and ticketing teams to ensure financial accuracy and control. - Support management with MIS reports, cash flow statements, and financial analysis for decision-making. - Maintain and update records in the accounting/ERP system and ensure accuracy in data entry. For this role, you are expected to have the following qualifications and experience: - Bachelors/masters degree in commerce, Finance, or Accounting. - Minimum 14 years of experience in finance/accounts, preferably in the travel or tourism industry. - Strong knowledge of TDS, GST, and financial reconciliations related to travel operations. - Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. - Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. Additionally, the key skills required for this position include: - Travel industry financial processes - Statutory compliance (GST, TDS, etc.) - MIS reporting and data analysis - Vendor and BSP reconciliation - Strong accounting fundamentals - ERP and Excel proficiency,