The Business Finance Analyst supports financial operations in group travel, focusing on profitability, cost tracking, and revenue optimization. Responsibilities include financial closure, reporting, compliance, and monitoring costs pre and post-departure.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Business Finance Analyst to support our MICE/Experiences division. This role requires deep financial insight into group travel and event-based operations, with a focus on file-level profitability, cost tracking, liability management, and revenue optimization. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with business teams to ensure financial discipline and timely closure of operational files.
Key Responsiblities:
- MISE Group/File-Wise Financial Closure: Ensure timely and accurate financial closure of all MISE files. Validate bookings, invoices, and vendor payments against expected cost estimates.Coordinate with operations to collect all necessary documentation for closure.Maintain a real-time view of liabilities for each group/event. Monitor advances paid and ensure proper reconciliation with final settlements. Liaise with vendors for balance confirmations and dispute resolutions.
- Pre-Departure/Post-Departure Monitoring: Monitor financial aspects of each group pre-departure (advance payments, cost estimates). Post-departure, ensure actual costs are captured and matched with accrued revenue. Prepare file-level P&L and report key observations to stakeholders.
- In/Out of Money Analysis: Perform "in-the-money" / "out-of-the-money" analysis to assess file profitability. Highlight early warnings on low profitability file making files or cost overruns. Work with sales and operations to drive corrective actions.
- Reporting & Compliance: Prepare monthly and ad hoc reports on group-level performance, open liabilities, and revenue recognition. Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and policies.Assist with audits and internal reviews as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or similar).
- 2–5 years of experience in business finance, preferably in travel, hospitality, or event management industries.
- Strong understanding of revenue and cost structures in MISE operations.
Must Have:
- Passion for SPORTS
Top Skills
Accounting
Finance
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