Accounts Head

Job Description:

Company Name - Aertrip

Aertrip operates as part of the E-Trav Tech Group of Companies

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

Financial Management & Strategy

• 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:

o Accounts Payable

o Accounts Receivable

o General Ledger

o Bank Reconciliation

o Vendor Payments

o 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 3–5 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.