Finance & Accounting for Travel agents and advisors

In this section, we bring together Antravia’s accounting insights tailored for travel agents. From setting up bookkeeping systems to tracking gross sales, commission, and supplier payments, we explain how to keep accurate records that support growth. You’ll find guidance on reconciling host agency reports, managing client funds correctly, and preparing for U.S. tax obligations. These blogs are written to show not just the rules, but how successful agents apply accounting discipline in practice, building clarity, credibility, and profitability into their businesses.

The Essential Accounting Guide for Travel Agents

Go beyond commissions. Learn the essential accounting basics every travel agent needs to know, from host agency reports and tax obligations to choosing the right software for your business.

Best Accounting Systems for Travel Agents in 2025

Confused by QuickBooks, Xero, or travel tools like TESS? Discover the best accounting systems for travel agents, including hosted agents. Learn how to track gross bookings, commissions, and true profit in your travel business.

Finance & Accounting for Hotels

Here we focus on the accounting challenges specific to independent hotels and small groups. Topics include building a chart of accounts that reflects hotel operations, understanding how to track revenue across rooms, food and beverage, and ancillary services, and managing costs in a way that protects margins. We also look at how hotels can use financial reporting to secure financing, control cash flow, and make smarter decisions on pricing and investment. Each article links directly to our deeper Antravia blogs, where we share examples and proven methods drawn from real hotel operations.

Accounting Guide for Hotel Owners (including B&Bs and Short-Term Rentals)

Antravia’s accounting guide for hotel owners, B&Bs, and short-term rental hosts. Learn how to structure accounts, manage occupancy taxes, handle payroll, track inventory, and report profit with confidence.

Choosing the Right Accounting System for your Hotel

Independent hotels need more than basic bookkeeping. This guide explores how to choose an accounting system that handles multi-currency, commissions, F&B, and OTA deductions - and why the right setup matters for profitability.

USALI vs US GAAP: A Guide for Hotels and Accountants

An in-depth cross-walk of USALI and US GAAP for hotel CFOs, controllers, and chartered accountants. Covers ASC 606 revenue recognition, ASC 280 segment reporting, lease accounting, undistributed operating expenses, owner’s costs, and USALI departmental schedules. Written with references to authoritative FASB and HFTP guidance.