Junior Accountant

Position Summary

The Junior Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the SEG Travel team by ensuring the accurate recording, reconciliation, and reporting of financial transactions. This role works closely with travel agents, vendors, management, and internal stakeholders to resolve billing discrepancies, monitor financial activity, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with month-end close activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable supporting a fast-paced travel services environment. While remote work may be available, work will be conducted during Pacific Time Zone hours and support a schedule that aligns with West Coast business operations. Availability during Pacific Time Zone business hours is an essential function of this position.

Job Responsibilities

• Record, review, and reconcile daily financial transactions, ensuring accounting records are accurate and complete.
• Monitor bank transactions and research variances, exceptions, or unusual activity.
• Gather, organize, and maintain invoices, payment records, account support, and other financial documentation.
• Respond to internal and external accounting inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Work closely with travel agents and management to research and resolve billing discrepancies and payment-related issues.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, journal-entry support, account analysis, and reporting preparation.
• Maintain accurate records of invoices, payments, credits, adjustments, and related supporting documentation.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.
• Support compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and documentation standards.
• Prepare ad hoc reports, reconciliations, and financial analyses for management as requested.
• Collaborate with team members and internal partners to support accurate financial reporting and timely issue resolution.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, accuracy, responsiveness, and efficiency.
• Support special projects and other team priorities as assigned.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to wear multiple hats and step outside core responsibilities when needed to support the team.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles, accounting practices, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Highly developed organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience supporting month-end close and account reconciliation activities.
• Familiarity with accounting software, enterprise resource planning systems, or expense management platforms.
• Experience working in a high-volume, transaction-focused, or customer-service-oriented environment.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities while meeting tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining strong communication and collaboration with the team.
• Adaptability and willingness to take on responsibilities outside the core job description as business needs evolve.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous accounting or bookkeeping experience, ideally within the travel industry.
• Experience with Galileo/Travelport+ or a similar travel industry platform.