Assistant Accountant - Montvale, NJ

Company: Flight Centre Travel Group
Location: Montvale
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Job no: 513059
Brand: Flight Centre Travel Group
Work type: Full time
Location: New Jersey
Categories: Finance & Strategy
Corporate Central Finance - Assistant AccountantWho we are:It all started with one double decker bus in 1973 - and over four decades Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) has grown to be one of the world's largest travel retailers and corporate travel managers. Headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, FCTG has company-owned leisure and corporate travel businesses in 23 countries.We are fellow travellers passionate about helping others see the world.About the opportunity:As a member of Corporate Central Finance - The Americas, the Assistant Accountant will prepare bank reconciliations for teams across brands in the Flight Centre Travel Group (USA and Canada) Corporate business as well as other reconciliation projects as assigned. Duties include reconciling checks, deposits (direct and 3rd party) and internal transfers, researching and noting discrepancies, identifying possible fraud items, communicating results with the Commercial Finance Team and other misc. clerical tasks.Responsibilities:

• Perform a high volume of numerical detail work with speed and accuracy
• Advise operations team members and commercial finance team members of discrepancies identified to ensure quick resolution
• Learn new internal accounting systems, processes and procedures quickly
• Track status of all bank reconciliations and communicate them with commercial finance team members
• Ensure compliance with company policies, relevant accounting standards and FCTG minimum standards for financial systems and processes
• Take on other duties as assignedExperience & Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent, including courses in accounting (post-secondary education is desirable)
  • 2+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable, or other applicable finance related work
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Dynamics 365 (desirable) and Microsoft Outlook
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Possess strong initiative to resolve issues and pursue opportunities as they are identified
  • High degree of flexibility and ability to deal with change and a pressured work environment
  • Proven time management and organizational skills
  • High attention to detail
  • Exceptional interpersonal & communication skills with the ability to develop relationships at all levelsWork Perks! - What's in it for you:FCTG is renowned internationally for having amazing perks and an even better culture. We understand that our people are our most valuable asset. It is the passion and dedication of our teams that keep the company on top of the industry ladder. It's also why we offer some great employee benefits and perks outside of the norm.
    • Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a hybrid work structure
    • Have fun: At the heart of everything we do at Flight Centre is a desire to have fun.
    • Reward & Recognition: Celebrate the success of yourself and others at our regular Buzz Nights and at the annual Global Gathering - You'll have to experience it to believe it!
    • Use your smarts: Our people use their quick thinking, expertise, and tenacity to always figure things out.
    • Love for travel: We were founded by people who wanted to travel and want others to do the same. That passion is something you can't miss in our people or service.
    • Personal connections: We are a big business founded on personal relationships.
    • A career, not a job: We offer genuine opportunities for people to grow and evolve.
    • We back our people all the way: We are strongly committed to supporting every single employee in their professional and personal development.
    • Giving Back: Proud Corporate Social Responsibility platform through the Flight Centre Foundation and Brighter Futures programs supporting nominated charities through Workplace Giving, Volunteering and Fundraising.Benefits Include:
      • Generous remuneration structure - this role offers an annual salary of $60,000 USD.
      • Travel perks/discounts.
      • Health & Wellness Programs and Employee Financial Wellness Services
      • Generous paid-time-off policy
      • Diversity & Inclusion initiatives
      • Benefits include vision, medical, and dental
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • 401k program with partial match
      • Employee Share Plan
      • Ongoing training and professional developmentIf this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for and you would like to be part of our award winning culture then APPLY NOW.
        Location - Montvale, NJThis role can be performed onsite, remote or on a hybrid schedule, in compliance with the Company's Remote and Flexible Work Policy.This position may be performed remotely anywhere within the United States except the State of ColoradoWe thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.FCTG USA is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer searching for talented people who have a desire to build a rewarding, fun, and exciting career with a company that loves to celebrate your success! Please contact careers@us.flightcentre.com if you need any assistance.

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