Team Lead - Finance Reconciliation

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically strong Finance Reconciliation Analyst with experience in the travel domain, specifically working with GDS and LCC vendors.
• The ideal candidate will have a solid background in finance operations, deep understanding of travel booking and settlement processes, and strong hands-on skills in SQL for handling large transactional data sets.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end reconciliation of bookings, invoices, and settlements related to GDS (e.g., Amadeus, Galileo) and LCC (e.g., Indigo, AirIndia Express, SpiceJet) vendors
• Analyze mismatches in transactions across booking, payment, and accounting systems to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Build and run SQL queries to extract, match, and validate large volumes of transactional data.
• Investigate open items and variances, and drive timely resolution by coordinating with internal teams (Tech, Ops, Finance) and external vendors.
• Prepare reconciliation dashboards and reports for internal reviews and audits.
• Work closely with Tech/Product teams for process automation and identifying leakage risks.
• Participate in monthly/quarterly closure activities and support audit/compliance requirements.
• Document SOPs, RCA reports, and reconciliation logs in a structured and auditable manner.
• Potentially leverage Python for data analysis and automation tasks.

Requirements

• 3- 6 years of experience in Finance Reconciliation roles, preferably in the travel / OTA / fintech industry
• Proficiency in SQL – ability to write optimized queries for large, complex data sets.
• Strong knowledge of GDS and LCC settlement workflows, fare rules, and cancellation/refund processes.
• Hands-on experience in Excel, Pivot Tables, and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an eye for detail.
• Experience in root cause analysis (RCA) and identifying leakages in reconciliation processes.
• Exposure to accounting principles and financial systems (SAP preferred).
• Background in working with payment gateways, wallets, or UPI transactions in travel.