Assistant Accountant

Company Description Paras Holidays Pvt. Ltd. is a leading group tour operator based in New Delhi, India, with over 20 years of experience and more than 80,000 satisfied customers worldwide. Established in 1999 as an outbound tour operator, the company specializes in group and tailor-made holidays across Europe, Scandinavia, the USA, Canada, the Far East, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Paras Holidays designs its holiday programs based on client budgets, market trends, and feedback to provide memorable, personalized travel experiences. The company is known for its focus on high-quality, professional services, including carefully curated food options and knowledgeable tour escorts. Its long-standing commitment to client satisfaction and service excellence offers a dynamic environment for accounting and support professionals.
Role Description The Assistant Accountant role at Paras Holidays Pvt. Ltd. is a full-time, on-site position based in Delhi, India. The role involves assisting with day-to-day accounting operations, including recording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, and supporting accounts payable and receivable activities. The Assistant Accountant will help prepare vouchers, invoices, bank reconciliations, and basic financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. Responsibilities also include supporting month-end closing processes, maintaining organized financial records, and coordinating with internal teams and external parties such as banks and vendors. The role requires careful attention to detail, timely execution of tasks, and a proactive approach to supporting the finance team in a fast-paced travel services environment.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong foundational accounting skills, including bookkeeping, ledger maintenance, and familiarity with accounts payable/receivable processes.
Candidates should possess proficiency in accounting software and MS Office tools (especially Excel), along with basic data entry and financial reporting skills.
Candidates should possess analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to reconcile accounts, validate transaction accuracy, and support audit or compliance activities.
Candidates should possess organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks, maintain documentation, and meet reporting deadlines.
Candidates should possess clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with finance colleagues, management, and external stakeholders.
Relevant education such as a diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field is preferred; prior experience in an accounting or finance support role is an advantage.
Familiarity with Indian accounting standards, GST, and basic tax concepts, as well as experience in the travel or hospitality industry, will be considered beneficial.

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