Job Description

Job Title: Head of Finance & Accounts

Department:

Finance & Accounting

Company:

Aertrip India Limited

Location:

Western Suburb, Mumbai

Reporting To:

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Experience:

Minimum 5 years (OTA / E-commerce industry mandatory)

Qualification:

CA / CMA / MBA (Finance)

About Aertrip India Limited

Aertrip is a technology-driven travel platform redefining the travel experience through innovation, automation, and AI-led solutions. As a fast-growing OTA, Aertrip operates in a complex financial ecosystem involving multiple vendors, payment gateways, customers, and regulatory frameworks.

Role Overview

Aertrip India Limited is seeking an experienced and hands-on

Head of Finance & Accounts

to lead the company's end-to-end finance, accounting, compliance, and financial control functions. Reporting directly to the CEO, this leadership role requires strong domain expertise in OTA/e-commerce accounting, statutory compliance, reconciliation, and financial analytics.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with operational depth, capable of managing daily finance operations while supporting business growth through robust MIS, controls, and governance.

Key Qualifications & Skills

Professional qualification:

CA / CMA / MBA (Finance)

preferred

5+ years of relevant experience

in Finance & Accounting, preferably in

OTA / E-commerce / Travel Tech

Strong expertise in

GST, TDS, Indian statutory compliance

Proven experience in

leading and mentoring finance teams

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced knowledge of

PNL analysis, financial modelling, and reconciliations

Key Responsibilities1. Core Accounting & Reconciliation

Accounts Payable (AP):

Manage vendor payments, payment entries, balance confirmations, and outward payments Process and reconcile Vendor API reports Oversee reconciliation of Vendors, RAs, ADMs, and ACMs

Accounts Receivable (AR) & Billing:

Ensure accurate

daily billing reconciliation and verification

Manage offline cancellations and refunds, including payment entries and references Lead

credit control

, outstanding tracking, recovery, and resolution of billing disputes

Bank, Card & Payment Gateway Reconciliation:

Execute accurate

Bank Reconciliation, PG Reconciliation, and Card Reconciliation

Ensure system settlement accuracy and proper accounting entries

PG Disputes & Chargebacks:

Handle PG disputes and prepare chargeback replies in coordination with stakeholders

Deals & Recoveries:

Prepare and manage

deal sheets

(including B2B customer deals) Calculate deal payouts, raise debit notes, manage vendor recoveries, and record receipt entries
2. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

GST Compliance:

Manage monthly

GSTR-1 reconciliation

,

GSTR-2A reconciliation

with client intimation on open items Prepare and file

GSTR-3B

, including ITC calculation and payment reconciliation

TDS & Other Statutory Compliances:

Handle TDS calculation, reconciliation, payment, and quarterly return filing PAN validation and issuance of

Form 16A

Perform

26AS reconciliation

Manage

PF, ESIC, and Professional Tax

compliances

Advisory & Regulatory:

Advise on

company and employee tax-saving structures

Ensure compliance with

FEMA, RBI, and MSME regulations

3. Financial Control & MIS Reporting

MIS & Reporting:

Prepare comprehensive MIS reports including: P&L and Bill-wise P&L P&L variance and trend analysis Target vs Achievement (Sales, Customer Growth) Monthly and comparative analysis of Topline, Revenue, COR, GM, OPEX & CAPEX

Benchmarking & Budgeting:

Conduct competitive benchmarking on Revenue, GM, Expenses, and EBITDA Manage

marketing and promotional budgets

Financial Controls:

Oversee expense controls, petty cash, payroll processing, and asset management
4. Legal, Governance & Operational Support

Legal & Corporate Governance:

Coordinate with Company Secretary for Board Meetings, resolutions, and statutory records Review vendor, customer, and third-party contracts Handle legal notices, replies, and coordination with legal counsel

Customer & Contract Management:

Oversee customer onboarding and contracting Process DI and CC waivers

Issue Resolution & Administration:

Lead resolution of finance-related issues Coordinate with Tech and Operations teams for system or operational discrepancies Handle administrative and clerical finance tasks, documentation, and official communication
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹150,000.00 - ₹200,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person