About Us
Discover the World is the leader in global travel services and distribution. The top brands in the travel industry trust Discover to perform sales, marketing, business processing, and distribution needs for them across the globe.
And why do they trust their brand with us People, Quality, Integrity and Delivery. And a true global network they can rely on. Discover's network has been built over more than 30 years.
Discover remains the dominant innovator for the travel industry at the cutting edge of helping travel companies grow beyond their own network, resources or core competencies. We help bridge the gap to reach across cultures, economies, languages, currencies, and complex business practices to maximize our client's investment and revenue returns. Our reputation is earned every day. We never forget this at Discover. While others may promise the world, we deliver it.
Job Accountabilities:
Transaction Processing
- Review and process Transaction Summary Reports (TSRs) received from global offices.
- Record supplier, customer, bank and general ledger transactions in QuickBooks Online.
- Process and coordinate daily client and supplier payments in accordance with company policies and approval procedures.
- Verify that transactions are complete, accurate and supported by appropriate documentation.
- Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Reconciliations & Account Management
- Perform assigned bank, balance sheet, holding account and general ledger reconciliations supporting the Risk Management function.
- Review supplier balances, customer balances, open invoices, unbilled costs, refunds, commissions and other outstanding items.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies by coordinating with global offices and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor aging items and ensure timely follow-up and resolution.
Reporting & Month-End Closing
- Prepare and maintain Risk Management reports, reconciliation schedules and monitoring files.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities.
- Assist in preparing financial reports and supporting schedules.
- Ensure reporting deadlines are met by providing timely updates on outstanding items.
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Monitor the Risk Management inbox and respond to requests in a timely manner.
- Monitor and respond to emails and inquiries from global offices and clients.
- Follow up with global offices regarding missing TSRs, supporting documents, payment confirmations and outstanding transactions.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams and global offices.
Process Improvement
- Maintain and organized financial records and supporting documentation.
- Recommend process improvements where appropriate.
- Support automation initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
- Assist in maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Team Support
- Provide backup support to the Senior Analyst, Risk Management during leave or peak periods.
- Handle daily payments due to the clients.
- Review emails and questions from both clients and offices.
- Collaborate closely with Finance, Accounting and global offices to support daily operations.
- Perform other accounting and Risk Management duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.
- At least two (2) years of accounting, finance, or bookkeeping experience.
- Experience in general accounting, reconciliations and month-end close.
- Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online is highly preferred.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple countries and time zones.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global team environment.
- Willingness to work U.S. business hours (night shift) on a regular basis.
