Established, growing Tour Operator is keen to recruit an Accountant to join its Finance Department in Birmingham (hybrid working available). The Accountant will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the business, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial reports, and supporting management with data-driven insights. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, experience in the travel or hospitality industry, and a solid understanding of multi-currency transactions and travel supplier reconciliations.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
* Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and journal entries.
* Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
* Manage accounts payable and receivable, including payments to airlines, hotels, and travel suppliers.
* Reconcile customer and supplier accounts, including credit card and online booking systems.
* Monitor cash flow and prepare regular cash forecasts.
* Coordinate with travel agents, operations, and management to ensure accurate invoicing and cost allocation.
* Support budgeting and financial planning activities.
* Assist with audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
* Implement process improvements to enhance financial accuracy and efficiency.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent certification preferred).
* 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally within the travel, tourism, or hospitality industry.
* Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
* Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar) and Excel.
* Experience with travel booking and CRM systems
* Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
* Strong analytical and communication skills.
* Integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

THE PACKAGE:
Starting salary is circa £60k pa and this is a real career opportunity, as this dynamic Travel Company continues to grow.

INTERESTED?
Please follow the instructions to apply attaching your CV. This vacancy is being managed by Claire Muge. I can be contacted on 0121 4509776 or claire@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk Not right for this role, or this role not right for you, but keen to further your career in the Travel Industry! We have a variety of different opportunities so do submit your CV to us! Unfortunately if you are unsuccessful, due to our volume of applications, we are unable to reply to everyone individually.

The Accountant will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the business, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial reports, and supporting management with data-driven insights. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, experience in the travel or hospitality industry, and a solid understanding of multi-currency transactions and travel supplier reconciliations.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
* Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and journal entries.
* Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
* Manage accounts payable and receivable, including payments to airlines, hotels, and travel suppliers.
* Reconcile customer and supplier accounts, including credit card and online booking systems.
* Monitor cash flow and prepare regular cash forecasts.
* Coordinate with travel agents, operations, and management to ensure accurate invoicing and cost allocation.
* Support budgeting and financial planning activities.
* Assist with audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
* Implement process improvements to enhance financial accuracy and efficiency.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent certification preferred).
* 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally within the travel, tourism, or hospitality industry.
* Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
* Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar) and Excel.
* Experience with travel booking and CRM systems
* Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
* Strong analytical and communication skills.
* Integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

THE PACKAGE:
Starting salary is circa £60k pa and this is a real career opportunity, as this dynamic Travel Company continues to grow.

INTERESTED?
Please follow the instructions to apply attaching your CV. This vacancy is being managed by Claire Muge. I can be contacted on 0121 4509776 or claire@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk Not right for this role, or this role not right for you, but keen to further your career in the Travel Industry! We have a variety of different opportunities so do submit your CV to us! Unfortunately if you are unsuccessful, due to our volume of applications, we are unable to reply to everyone individually.