Job Title: Intermediate Accountant

Job Description

The Intermediate Accountant plays a vital role within the Financial Operations team, contributing significantly to the accuracy and timeliness of financial processes. This position involves diverse accounting and analytical tasks, including month-end close, variance analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end, year-end, and quarter-end close accounting entries and accruals, collaborating with Accounts Payable and Corporate teams to ensure completeness.
• Prepare journal entries with correct General Ledger coding and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end margin analysis and provide variance analysis commentary for SGA spending.
• Prepare intercompany, interdivisional, and elimination entries for various intercompany transactions.
• Ensure compliance with all administrative and operational processes, procedures, and policies related to financial accounting entries and month-end close.
• Regularly propose process improvement ideas, share best practices, and facilitate standardization across divisions.
• Utilize financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for operational enhancements.
• Participate in external audits by preparing requested documentation and explanations.
• Provide backup and support as needed to the team.
• Perform other ad hoc duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 3-4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a dynamic environment.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including data analysis, macros, formulas (such as VLOOKUP and pivot tables).
• Solid understanding of financial accounting principles.
• Foundational knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Experience with process improvement initiatives.
• Professional accounting designation is preferred or actively being pursued.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Post-secondary certificate, diploma, or degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field.
• Prior experience in the travel industry, including familiarity with ARC/SABRE.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven track record of identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Strong attention to detail with exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment with a desire for continuous improvement.

Work Environment

The position is fully in-office, located in Arizona, requiring comfort with autonomy as the only accounting team member in the region. The rest of the team operates from Calgary. You will be part of a dynamic and innovative environment dedicated to transforming workforce travel through technology. The company supports professional development and offers comprehensive benefits, including health, vision, dental, and life insurance. The collaborative culture encourages teamwork and the sharing of ideas, making it an excellent place for individuals eager to make a significant impact and grow long-term with the company.