Job post summary

Date posted: September 2, 2026

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE – TRAVEL INDUSTRY

Department: Finance & Accounts

Position: Accounts Executive

Industry: Travel & Tourism

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Kochi, Kerala

Experience: 2–3 Years preferred

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Accounts Executive to handle day-to-day accounting and financial transactions of the company.

The candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate books of accounts, handling receipts and payments, bank reconciliation, vendor/customer accounts, invoicing, GST-related documentation, and supporting the Finance Manager/Accounts Manager in monthly financial activities.

Experience in the Travel & Tourism industry will be an added advantage.

Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting & Bookkeeping

- Maintain day-to-day accounting transactions and financial records.
- Record sales, purchases, receipts, payments, expenses and journal entries.
- Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting entries.
- Maintain customer and vendor ledgers.

Receivables & Payables
- Monitor customer outstanding payments and follow up for collections.
- Maintain accounts payable and vendor payment schedules.
- Verify invoices, bills and supporting documents before processing payments.
- Coordinate with the Sales and Operations teams regarding customer payments and booking balances.
- Ensure timely settlement of supplier and vendor payments.

Bank & Cash Management
- Maintain cash and bank transactions.
- Perform regular bank reconciliation.
- Monitor daily cash flow and payment requirements.
- Maintain petty cash records and expense statements.
- Verify and reconcile payment gateway and online transaction records.

Travel Industry Accounting
- Maintain accounting records related to tour bookings, package sales, hotel bookings, flight bookings, visa services and other travel-related transactions.




- Reconcile customer advances and booking balances.
- Track supplier payments and refunds.
- Verify tour-wise income and expenses.
- Coordinate with Operations for supplier invoices and booking-related financial documents.
- Maintain accurate records of cancelled bookings, refunds and adjustments.

GST & Statutory Compliance Support
- Assist in preparation of GST-related records and documentation.
- Verify GST invoices and ensure proper accounting of GST transactions.
- Assist the Accounts Manager/Finance Manager with GST returns and other statutory requirements.
- Maintain proper records required for audits and statutory compliance.

MIS & Reporting
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly accounting reports.
- Prepare receivables and payables reports.
- Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports.
- Provide financial data and reports to management whenever required.
- Identify discrepancies and report them to the concerned authority.

Coordination & Administration
- Coordinate with Sales, Operations, HR and Management for accounting-related matters.
- Communicate with banks, vendors, suppliers and customers regarding financial transactions.
- Maintain confidential financial information and documents.
- Support the Accounts Manager in audits, month-end closing and other accounting activities.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com), Finance, Accounting or a related field.
- 2–4 years of relevant experience in accounting.
- Experience in the Travel & Tourism industry will be an advantage.
- Knowledge of GST, TDS,



invoicing and basic statutory compliance.
- Experience with accounting software such as Tally, Zoho Books, or similar platforms.
- Good working knowledge of MS Excel.

Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good numerical and analytical skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple accounting tasks.
- Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should be:

✔ Detail-oriented and accurate

✔ Responsible and trustworthy

✔ Strong in accounting fundamentals

✔ Good at reconciliation and documentation

✔ Proficient in Tally/Accounting Software & Excel

✔ Familiar with GST and TDS

✔ Capable of handling customer and vendor accounts

✔ Comfortable working in a fast-paced travel environment

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Accuracy of accounting entries.
- Timely completion of daily accounting activities.
- Timely bank and ledger reconciliation.
- Accuracy of customer and vendor outstanding reports.
- Timely collection and payment follow-up.
- Proper maintenance of financial documentation.
- Timely submission of accounting reports.
- Compliance with company accounting procedures.

What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience and skills.
- Performance-based incentives where applicable.
- Professional and supportive work workplace.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Exposure to the Finance & Accounts operations of a growing travel company.

Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Provident Fund

Work Location: KOCHI

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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