Account Assistant

PrimeMeridian Travel Co; Coimbatore; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeMeridian Travel Co. in Coimbatore seeks an Account Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations, maintain ledgers, process invoices, record petty cash, and assist with reconciliations in a fast-paced travel services environment.

The role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders. Experience in a finance or accounts support role, preferably within a services or travel company, is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office (especially Excel) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ledgers and process invoices.
• Record petty cash transactions and assist with account reconciliation.
• Monitor credit control activities and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure accurate financial records.
• Prepare basic financial reports and assist with audits.
• Help implement company financial policies and procedures.

Skills

Finance and Accounting

Credit Control

Petty Cash

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Finance/Accounting/Commerce

Tools

Accounting software

Excel / MS Office

Job description

Company Description

PrimeMeridian Travel Co. is a boutique travel firm specializing in tailor-made leisure vacations that offer personalized and thoughtfully designed travel experiences. The company’s leisure services cover solo travel, adventure travel, and cruise holidays, each curated to match the individual interests of travelers. In addition to customized vacations, PrimeMeridian Travel Co. manages group incentive travel, MICE, corporate travel, and business travel. This blend of leisure and corporate services allows the company to deliver comprehensive travel solutions for both individual explorers and professional organizations.

Team members join a collaborative environment that values attention to detail and client-centric service.

Role Description

The Account Assistant role is a full-time, on-site position based in Coimbatore. The individual in this role supports day-to-day financial and accounting operations, including maintaining ledgers, processing invoices, recording petty cash transactions, and assisting with reconciliation of accounts. Responsibilities include monitoring credit control activities, following up on outstanding payments, and coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely financial records. The Account Assistant also prepares basic financial reports, helps maintain documentation for audits, and assists in implementing company financial policies and procedures. This role requires a strong focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and effective communication within a fast-paced travel services environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Finance and Accounting to manage daily transactions, reconciliations, and basic financial reporting.
• Candidates should possess skills in Credit Control to monitor receivables, follow up on outstanding payments, and support cash flow management.
• Candidates should possess skills in handling Petty Cash, including recording, tracking, and reconciling small expenses with attention to detail.
• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills to interact with clients, vendors, and internal teams, and to document financial information clearly.
• Relevant qualifications such as a diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field are preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office (especially Excel) is beneficial.
• Ability to work with numerical data accurately, maintain confidentiality, and prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role, preferably within services or travel company is an advantage.