The Finance & Accounts Department at airport locations is responsible for managing financial transactions, accounting operations, budgeting, vendor payments, revenue tracking, auditing, taxation, and financial reporting. The department ensures smooth financial operations in compliance with company policies, aviation regulations, and statutory laws.
Finance professionals at airports handle daily cash flow, billing, payroll coordination, expense management, and financial documentation related to airport operations, airlines, cargo handling, ticketing, and ground services.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations
Maintain daily financial records and accounting entries.
Prepare and update vouchers, invoices, bills, and receipts.
Handle cash transactions and petty cash management.
Monitor airport operational expenses and revenue.
Process vendor and supplier payments.
Verify purchase orders and payment approvals.
Accounts Management
Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies.
Prepare ledger accounts and journal entries.
Monitor outstanding payments and follow up with clients/vendors.
Maintain accurate bookkeeping records.
Billing & Invoicing
Generate invoices for airport services, cargo handling, ticketing, or ground handling operations.
Verify billing accuracy and taxation details.
Coordinate with clients and internal departments regarding payment settlements.
Maintain billing documentation and reports.
Payroll & Employee Payments
Assist in salary processing and payroll coordination.
Maintain employee reimbursement records.
Process overtime and allowance calculations.
Coordinate with HR regarding employee financial records.
Budgeting & Financial Planning
Assist in preparing annual and monthly budgets.
Monitor departmental expenditures.
Analyze operational costs and recommend cost-saving measures.
Support financial forecasting activities.
Taxation & Compliance
Ensure compliance with GST, TDS, and statutory regulations.
Prepare tax-related documents and reports.
Assist during internal and external audits.
Maintain financial records according to legal requirements.
Reporting & Documentation
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports.
Generate profit & loss reports and financial summaries.
Maintain confidential financial files and documents.
Prepare audit reports and management reports.
Coordination & Communication
Coordinate with airport management, vendors, banks, auditors, and government authorities.
Support finance managers in operational accounting activities.
Work closely with HR, procurement, cargo, and operations departments.
Required Skills
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and finance operations
Knowledge of GST, TDS, taxation, and payroll processes
Proficiency in MS Excel, Tally, ERP, SAP, or accounting software
Good analytical and numerical abilities
Attention to detail and accuracy
Time management and organizational skills
Communication and coordination skills
Ability to work under pressure in airport operational environments
Educational Qualification
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in:
Commerce ()
Finance
Accounting
Business Administration
Preferred Qualification
MBA (Finance)
CA Inter / CMA Inter
Diploma in Accounting or Finance
Experience Requirements
Fresher
Basic accounting knowledge
Internship or training experience preferred
Experienced Candidates
1-5 years experience in:
Airport finance operations
Aviation industry
Accounts & taxation
Corporate finance department
Software Knowledge
Candidates should be familiar with:
MS Excel
Tally ERP
SAP
Oracle Financials
QuickBooks
Airport billing systems
Working Environment
Airport terminals
Airline offices
Cargo terminals
Ground handling companies
Corporate finance offices within airport premises
Shift Timings
Rotational shifts
Day and night shifts
Weekend and holiday duties may be required
Salary Range in India
Fresher: ₹20,000 - ₹28,000 per month
Experienced: ₹30,000 - ₹60,000+ per month
Senior Finance Manager: ₹70,000 - ₹ Lakh+ per month