Jiyas Gehath
Travel & Tourism
Kochi
Summary
SEASONED TRAVEL & TOURISM PROFESSIONAL
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Director - Business Development
SAMA TRAVEL PVT LTD
06.2016 - Current
- Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
- Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Communicated directly with customers and partners to build strong business networks and relationships.
Branch Manager
Lawson Travel & Tours (I) Pvt Ltd
04.2013 - 05.2016
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Collaborated with passengers and B2b travel agents to resolve booking issues, correct fares, and clarify rules.
- Established and cultivated relationships with travel partners, providing clients with smooth ticketing processes.
- Increased ticket sales, promoting social media and printed flyers.
Manager - Accounts
Lawson Travel & Tours (I) Pvt Ltd
05.2011 - 03.2013
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Liaised with marketing and sales teams to develop targeted campaigns.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase client retention.
- Addressed problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
Sr.Accountant
Al-Maged Agency For Travel & Tourism
05.2009 - 04.2011
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Updated general ledger with latest entries.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- IATA Billing and settlement Plan reconciliation.
- Preparing and Sending ADM and ACM requests to Airlines
Sr.Accounts Executive
Alban Travels India Pvt Ltd
03.2007 - 04.2009
- Input vendor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- IATA Billing and settlement Plan reconciliation.
- Preparing and Sending ADM and ACM requests to Airlines
Accounts Executive
Alban Travels India Pvt Ltd
03.2005 - 02.2007
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Developed and maintained billing procedures to make timely payments.
- Reviewed and reconciled customer accounts to manage accuracy of payments.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
Kerala University
04.2001 -
Skills
AI Tools
Building Interactive Dashboards
Internet MarketingAmadeus & ERP Software
Knowledge in Travel Accounting PackagesPersonal Information
- Passport Number: V5733356
- Father's Name: Gehath V.K
- Date of Birth: 21/05/1987
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Others
- Have attended and participated in many training courses conducted by IATA BSP and Airline companies.
- Have participated in many Commercial Conferences.
- A BNI Member for representing Sama Travel.
References
- Mohammed C.A, Managing Director, Alban travels India Pvt Ltd, Kochin, 16
- Ahmed Haroon Bushara, General Manager, Al-Maged Travel Agency, Al-Khobar, Dammam, K.S.A
- John Thomas, Managing Director, Lawson Travel & Tours (I) Pvt Ltd, Fort Mumbai
- Ramaswamy V, Managing Director, Sama Travel Pvt Ltd, Kochi, 15
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above furnished information is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. 30-01-2024
Timeline
Director - Business Development
SAMA TRAVEL PVT LTD
06.2016 - Current
Branch Manager
Lawson Travel & Tours (I) Pvt Ltd
04.2013 - 05.2016
Manager - Accounts
Lawson Travel & Tours (I) Pvt Ltd
05.2011 - 03.2013
Sr.Accountant
Al-Maged Agency For Travel & Tourism
05.2009 - 04.2011
Sr.Accounts Executive
Alban Travels India Pvt Ltd
03.2007 - 04.2009
Accounts Executive
Alban Travels India Pvt Ltd
03.2005 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Commerce -
Kerala University
04.2001 -