Staff Accountant

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Staff Accountant (Remote)

Full time, United States

The Staff Accountant will review and analyze payroll reports to create necessary journal entries, manage inter-company billings with different regions, complete balance sheet reconciliations, some client billings, and other necessary tasks. 

As a Staff Accountant, you will

• Prepare monthly journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts monthly, and conduct necessary account analysis and research
• Review bi-weekly payroll reports for accuracy (e.g., cost center coding and hours worked), investigate variances, and prepare related journal entries
• Review travel and expense (T&E) activity to ensure accurate billing and proper cost center coding; follow up with employees on corrections as needed; and prepare related journal entries
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliation accurately and timely
• Prepare intercompany billings and related journal entries as needed, reconcile intercompany activity with various regions, and complete monthly intercompany payments in accordance with company guidelines
• Partner with a co-worker to maintain fixed asset and prepaid expense accounting records, including reviewing A/P payments to determine capitalization eligibility, recording additions and disposals (fully depreciated, sold, returned, or no longer in use), and allocating/posting monthly depreciation and prepaid expense amortization
• Answer questions from associates and managers on matters relating to the general ledger and posted items
• Maintain all records, files, and documentation for account transactions in accordance with company record keeping retention guidelines
• Support VP Finance and Director Finance on monthly close, forecasting, budgeting and reporting where needed
• Complete customer financial reporting, analysis, and billing for clients when necessary
• Adhere to all corporate deadlines with respect to monthly close, intercompany, and budgeting/forecasting processes

About you

• Bachelor degree in accounting / finance or related field, or related experience
• Prior accounting experience with general ledger emphasis
• Proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheets required
• Knowledge of accounting and financial analysis
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel preferred

About us

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers

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• https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcdme
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You’ll be offered

• Flexible Working
  • We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.
• Room to Grow
  • Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.
• Everyone has a voice
  • We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.
• Make your move
  • The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.
• We’ve got you covered
  • Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.
• We’re positive. You’ll love it.
  • It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.

At BCD we value you, our culture and success is defined by you. We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Staff Accountant is between $60,000 and $65,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience and geographical location. 

Ready to join the journey? Apply now!

We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.

We are committed to providing reasonable and necessary accommodations to ensure all employees can perform their roles effectively. For accommodation requests or further information, contact our Talent Acquisition department at careers@bcdtravel.com.

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