Accounting Clerk - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Company DescriptionTravel Edge Group is a $650 million travel company with offices in Canada, US and Bermuda. Employing over 600 people, it is headquartered in downtown Toronto, and is privately held. The company has grown at a rapid pace, from start-up in 2006, and has three operating companies: Kensington Tours, a tour company, Travel Edge Retail, a group of luxury leisure and corporate travel agencies, and Travel Edge Headquarters, a technology-based Travel Company.Job DescriptionAcquired through a series of M&A events, Travel Edge Retail is one of the largest Virtuoso agencies, excelling in both Corporate and Leisure Travel. With 15 offices in the US, Canada and Bermuda, Travel Edge Retail looks to continued growth through acquisition in the corporate and luxury travel space. As a member of the Travel Edge Finance team but with a specific focus on the leisure, the Leisure Accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.Responsibilities: Support of Accounts Payable and Accounts ReceivableSupport preparation of agents’ commission statementSupport agents’ commission calculationInvestigate/resolve queries related to agent commission payments by delivering excellent customer servicePayable Reconciliation (Vendors, Clients)Posting commission receipts from Paymode, Pegasus, TACC, TIESS and other vendorsMonitor daily bank transactions to ensure all various receipts, credit card merchant transaction, BSP receipt/payments matches what is posted in TRAMSProcessing Merchant transactionsMerchant ReconciliationInvestigating any unclaimed commissions and liaising with agentsAdvise management on weekly basis of any ongoing issueTo consistently deliver excellent Customer Service to all internal and external customersAny other adhoc projects that maybe requiredQualificationsStrong preference given to candidates with a travel industry background3 + years of accounting experience combined with a solid understanding of accounting principles and handling complex accounts receivable and payableStrong analytical skillsExperienced working within a Travel “IC” (Independent Contractor as agent) environment is an assetFamiliarity with GDS travel booking systems (Sabre preferred) an assetExperience using the financial software TRAMS (preferred but not required)Familiarity with travel accounting concepts arising out of ARC or BSP airline reconciliation processes is desirableSolid verbal and written communication skillsProficiency in MS Office – intermediate to advanced Excel requiredStrong organizational and time management skills with ability to function effectively during month end accounting cyclesAbility to work with a sense of urgency in accomplishing goals and objectives to ensure successComfortable in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environmentA high level of attention to detailVery meticulous in their workDemonstrates the ability to work as a teamTo consistently deliver excellent Customer Service to all internal and external customersResolves difficult and complicated challenges. Maintains positive attitude and an open mind in the event of changes in business needs, conditions, or work responsibilitiesConsistently demonstrates high level of drive, infectious to the surrounding environment, and preserves effectiveness, motivation and focus for extended periods of time. Maintains professionalism and a positive attitude in all situations.Earns the trust and respect of others through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions. Diplomatically handles diverse or challenging interpersonal situationsAdditional InformationThrives working in a technology and KPI driven organizationAble to thrive in an entrepreneurial environmentPassionate about travel and all that surrounds itHighly functional in a fast paced, constantly changing workplace - building plans through iterations from learning on what’s working and not workingAbility to build trust and work through challengesWe know that our success is dependent on the people who join our team, which is why we recruit the best. Our team is made up of owners; people who are smart, low ego, and who are accountable for their results. We all play a part in the success of the company and are proud of what we do.We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any stage of our hiring process, please advise us when completing your application.