Sr Accountant II at Expedia Group
Springfield, MO 65804
About the Job
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Senior Accountant II
Are you a motivated accounting professional looking to join a dynamic team with one of the World’s leading travel companies? Expedia’s Consumer Payment and Cash Accounting (CPAC) Team is seeking a Senior II. We are responsible for the accounting and analysis of Expedia’s worldwide cash receipts and consumer payment methods arising from merchant transactions.
What you’ll do:
Prepare/Review month-end close journal entries and account reconciliations
Perform ad-hoc analysis to assist business partners with research on any unusual transactions
Prepare/Review auditor PBC requests for quarterly review, year-end audit, and SOX
Lead meetings and be the owner/driver for various Expedia initiatives as necessary
Perform User Acceptance Testing to ensure newly implemented accounting processes are effective
Collaborate with Systems Team to provide requirements in enhancing accounting tools
Work with Payment Operations team to ensure payment processors’ files are properly reported in our internal system
Reconciling cash receipt transactions for completeness and accuracy
Accounting and analyzing for transactions arising from various consumer payments methods such as credit cards, installments, gift cards, points, etc.
Support Expedia’s projects related to consumer payments methods that promote the Company’s worldwide growth initiatives
Reconciling cash receipt transactions based on external reporting from payment processors and various internal reporting
Accounting for Inter-company transactions
Accounting for cash and investment activities
Support quarterly and annual audits for SEC filings and other ad-hoc audits
Who you are:
Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to clearly articulate complex processes to audiences with varying level of understanding
Ability to think analytically to solve non-recurring and complex issues
Dedication to continuous process improvements and streamlining processes
Ability to establish and maintain cross-functional network outside immediate group to ensure strong "customer" focus
Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload
Demonstrate understanding of US GAAP and apply to accounting processes
Ability to remain flexible in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, functions) as well as the ability to work with large amounts of data
BA or BS in Finance or Accounting required; CPA is preferred
At least 4 years of accounting-related experience preferably in a large growth oriented international organization
VBA and/or MS Access experience is preferred
The total cash range for this position in Springfield is $61,500.00 to $86,000.00. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $98,500.00, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.
Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.
Expedia Group is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including medical/dental/vision, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program. To fuel each employee’s passion for travel, we offer a wellness & travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and an International Airlines Travel Agent (IATAN) membership. View our full list of benefits.
About Expedia Group
Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) powers travel for everyone, everywhere through our global platform. Driven by the core belief that travel is a force for good, we help people experience the world in new ways and build lasting connections. We provide industry-leading technology solutions to fuel partner growth and success, while facilitating memorable experiences for travelers. Expedia Group's family of brands includes: Brand Expedia®, Hotels.com®, Expedia® Partner Solutions, Vrbo®, trivago®, Orbitz®, Travelocity®, Hotwire®, Wotif®, ebookers®, CheapTickets®, Expedia Group™ Media Solutions, Expedia Local Expert®, CarRentals.com™, and Expedia Cruises™.
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