Account and Finance Manager
- No. of Openings 2
- Industry Tourism and Hospitality
- Category Accounting and Finance
- Location Lazimpart, Kathmandu, Kathmandu District
- Job Level Senior Level
- Salary NRS (50K-60K) Monthly (Negotiable)
- Education Level Bachelors
- Desired Candidate Male Only
- Experience 5 + years
- Expiry date Dec 09, 2024 (Expired)
- Vehicle License Yes (Preferred)
- Skills Account Management, Financial Management, Team Management, Leadership, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Accounting Skill
Job Description
Financial Management:
- Prepare and oversee annual budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analysis.
- Manage cash flow and liquidity to ensure the agency's financial stability.
- Analyze financial data to provide recommendations for cost-saving and revenue-enhancing strategies.
- Ensure efficient handling of vendor payments, receivables, and payables.
Accounting Operations:
- Oversee the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports.
- Supervise accounting functions such as bank reconciliations, journal entries, and ledger management.
- Manage supplier balances, ledgers, and payment plans.
- Ensure timely data entry in accounting software like Tally and Easy Bill.
Taxation and Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with all taxation laws and regulatory standards, including VAT, TDS, and Income Tax.
- Handle IRD filings and prepare accurate financial documentation.
- Liaise with auditors and ensure timely completion of internal and external audits.
Team Leadership and Coordination:
- Lead and mentor the accounting team, including junior staff.
- Work closely with the sales and operations team to reconcile sales and manage refunds.
- Collaborate with banks and financial institutions to negotiate the best service terms and manage overdraft facilities if needed.
Job Specification
Education and Qualification:
- Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s Degree (MBA or MBS) is preferred.
Experience:
- At least 5 years of experience in accounting and financial management, preferably within the travel and tourism industry.
- Hands-on experience with financial reporting, reconciliation, and taxation.
- Familiarity with travel agency operations, group tours, and vendor management is a plus.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks, Easy Bill) and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
- Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Knowledge of taxation laws and compliance requirements relevant to the travel industry.
- Proficiency in bank reconciliation and supplier ledger management.
- Ability to prepare SWIFT documents and manage international transactions effectively.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
- A collaborative approach to working with team members, including senior managers and operations staff.
Industry Knowledge:
- Familiarity with airline ticketing systems, sales reporting, and travel agency CRM.
- Knowledge of vendor payment cycles, commissions, and refund policies.
- Understanding of foreign exchange rates and international banking procedures.
Additional Preferences:
- Proven ability to lead a team and provide guidance to junior accounting staff.
- Flexibility to adapt to dynamic business needs, including periodic travel for audits or vendor meetings.
- Knowledge of Nepal's tourism industry and international market trends in travel.
About Company
Kantipur Holidays is an online travel distribution company established to facilitate our customers with extensive services to plan a perfect solution to an exquisite holiday destination. Through our services, you can effortlessly devise your holiday in any location, within the best possible price ranges. As a leading travels and tour firm within Nepal, we assure the ultimate solution to our customers' itineraries, no matter how exclusive they are. We are driven by a zealot and industrious professional team along with an exhaustively maintained IT structure. We are committed to assisting our clients with smart travel choices, offering peculiar holiday packages and extensive hotel lists at your desired destination at competitive prices. It is our earnest motive to make your trips convenient and memorable.