Are you detail-oriented with a passion for finance and travel? A Finance Assistant role in the travel industry offers an exciting opportunity to develop your financial skills while working with leading travel brands. Whether you’re managing invoices, supporting budgeting, or helping with financial reporting, these roles are perfect for candidates looking to grow their finance careers in the travel sector.

What does a Finance Assistant job in travel include?

As a Travel Finance Assistant, you’ll support the finance team with a variety of essential tasks, including:

• Invoice management: Process and track invoices for travel-related services and suppliers
• Financial reporting: Assist in preparing financial reports, balance sheets, and budgets
• Account reconciliation: Support the reconciliation of travel accounts and ensure accuracy of financial data
• Data entry: Maintain and update financial records and spreadsheets
• Cash flow management: Monitor and assist with cash flow processes within the travel business
• Supplier payments: Ensure timely and accurate payments to travel suppliers and service providers
• Financial analysis: Provide support in analysing financial trends and contributing to strategic decision-making
• Compliance: Help ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal financial policies

Key skills and qualifications for a Finance Assistant

Finance Assistants in the travel industry will usually have a combination of the following:

• Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred
• Interest in travel and understanding of the tourism sector (preferably with a history of working in the travel industry)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software
• Knowledge of accounting principles and budgeting
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with teams and suppliers
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Search our latest Finance Assistant job openings in the travel industry today!