General Ledger Accountant

OVERVIEW

Our mission is simple. We make business travel less complicated for travelers, less costly for employers and more profitable for service providers. Using our industry-leading software solutions, employees book travel and car service and report those expenses faster and more easily than ever before. Corporations control costs more effectively. Travel management companies deliver more engaging customer experiences. Car service operators benefit from new efficiencies and widen their customer reach. In other words, everybody wins. We’ve helped thousands of forward-thinking companies modernize their systems, improve travel management and save money. Deem is backed by leading venture capital funds as well as corporate and private equity investors. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, CA with offices in Bangalore, India.

We are looking for a Senior General Ledger Accountant who is thoroughly familiar with general accounting, payroll, external audits, sales and property tax returns. We need someone who has strong month end close skills and an ability to collaborate across all levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Have a complete understanding of the accounting close process and preparation of financial statements.
Perform month-end bank reconciliation and inter-company account reconciliation for all subsidiaries, including foreign subsidiaries.
Maintain the month-end close checklist.
Maintain monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
Work cross-functionally with the Sales, Account Management and Operation teams to resolve any discrepancies.
Support Controller with analysis of financial statements
Work collaboratively with Finance team to complete sales tax, property tax and other tax returns.
Review GL entries for invoices, check requests, expense reports, and vendor payments.
Support Controller with Actual vs Budget reporting and analysis
Support the team during the annual audit and prepare schedules for the auditors as required.
Help Controller to identify accounting requirements and ensure implementation of financial controls, process and system solutions for new business initiatives.
Assist with improving, implementing and documenting processes and internal control policies and procedures.
Any other projects assigned by the Controller
Reports to the Corporate Controller

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance. CPA or Public Accounting experience desirable.
5 to 7 years of relevant work experience.
Must be detail oriented, have excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task effectively on tasks or projects with a focus on timelines without compromising the quality of work.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, and standard accounting processes and controls.
Substantial knowledge of operational accounting processes and systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a cross functional, team oriented environment at all levels of the organization.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. NetSuite experience is highly desirable.
Strong work ethic, sense of urgency, attention to detail and ability to prioritize in a fast paced environment.