
Finance Assistant - Travel Industry
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Bryanston, Johannesburg
Division: Travel & Tourism Sector
Type: Full-Time | Office-Based
Salary: Market RelatedMy client, a leading player in the destination management and tourism industry, is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join their dynamic finance team in Bryanston. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional with strong reporting skills and a passion for numbers to contribute to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of a fast-paced organization.Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Financial Reporting Manager with financials and reporting.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financials.
- Extract and analyze Tourplan reports to assess booking costs and profit margins.
- Generate and monitor weekly financial and operational reports.
- Conduct intercompany transactions to clear flight expenses.
- Prepare profit and loss statements and analyze results.
- Monitor debtor aging, manage monthly claims to agents, and assist with collections.
- Compile financial reviews for internal and external stakeholders.
- Support audit processes and respond to operational finance queries.
- Matric (Grade 12) is essential.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience in financial reporting.
- Proficient in Sage 300 or similar accounting software.
- Strong Excel skills (intermediate level or above).
- Solid understanding of financial principles and reporting.
- Excellent communication skills and business acumen.
- Tourplan system knowledge would be highly advantageous.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Integrity and discretion when handling sensitive financial information.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.
- Proactive, reliable, and able to work flexible hours when needed.
- The opportunity to work in a vibrant and respected company within the tourism sector.
- A collaborative team environment focused on innovation and integrity.
- Exposure to high-level financial reporting and operational insights.
- A values-driven workplace that emphasizes diversity, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
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