Accountant

Posted:
10/2/2024, 6:27:16 PM

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Accounting

Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel. 

Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions.

Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter.

About the team:

Our APAC team is comprised of experienced accountants who work diligently to ensure accurate financial reporting, effective internal control process, and compliance with local statutory regulations for the regional entities under Sabre Group.

What you’ll be doing?

As an Accountant in our APAC Controllers team, you will managing general accounting processes for the Asia Pacific region. Your responsibilities will include:

  • General Accounting: Manage cash accounting and bank reconciliations for the regional entity.
  • Monthly Journal Entries: Prepare and support month-end close activities in the APAC region.
  • Prepare monthly JV equity accounting for investment in Associate and JV under Sabre APAC, the regional company.
  • Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Prepare and review balance sheet accounts following corporate guidelines and timelines.
  • Reconciliation Documentation: Provide explanations, calculations, supporting documents, and schedules for reconciliations, including GST/VAT accounts.
  • Maintain Lease Accounting schedule for offices in APAC and provide support to the local accounting team on lease recognition.
  • Maintain Fixed Asset schedule for APAC entities and partner with Corporate Fixed asset team on fixed asset matters.
  • Issue Identification: Identify system and process-related issues and escalate them to the right stakeholders.
  • Process Improvement: Find opportunities for continuous improvement, such as clearing open items and restructuring projects.
  • Special Projects: Assist the Manager or Director with other tasks and special projects as assigned.

What's in it for you?

  • Process-Oriented Role: Ideal for accounting enthusiasts who enjoy developing and implementing process changes.
  • System Integrations: A great place for those who believe in the importance of system integrations and standardization for quality financial data.
  • Inclusive Environment: Work with a diverse team in an inclusive environment open to constructive ideas.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, ACCA, or equivalent.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in month-end reporting and statutory audits.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Experience with Finance modules in ERP systems like SAP and Oracle.
  • Understanding of intercompany elimination in Group Consolidation processes.
  • Experience working with multiple foreign currencies.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • High emotional intelligence and ability to work under pressure and ambiguity.
  • Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP.
  • Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

  • Experience in the APAC region or finance shared services.

We will give careful consideration to your application and review your details against the position criteria. You will receive separate notification as your application progresses.

Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role will proceed in the selection process.

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Sabre GLBL Inc

Website: https://sabre.com/

Headquarter Location: Southlake, Texas, United States

Employee Count: 5001-10000

Year Founded: 1960

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Business Intelligence ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ SaaS ⋅ Tourism ⋅ Travel