Accounting Manager (Contract, Rocket Travel by Agoda)

About the role

Rocket Travel by Agoda is looking for an Accounting Manager to join our growing accounting team. The role involves overseeing general accounting duties such as month-end close, AP/AR processing, treasury function, and other ad-hoc requests. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience, a CPA, strong Excel and SQL skills, familiarity with Oracle and Salesforce systems, and a positive attitude towards teamwork and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly and year-end close process, including closing entries and reviewing the close task list.
• Manage monthly account reconciliation for balance sheet accounts and corresponding journal entries.
• Aid in implementing the SOX readiness plan and documenting procedures.
• Support the Salesforce Optimization project by implementing best practices and metrics.
• Review and approve journal entries to ensure accuracy and correctness.
• Oversee the timely processing and reconciliation of invoices, managing AP functions and ensuring timely payment processing.
• Monitor employee expenses and ensure compliance with the company’s expense policy.
• Manage the accounting staff team and assist in their professional development.
• Take ownership of tasks and drive results in a dynamic, small-team environment.

Requirements

• Relevant accounting experience of at least 5-8 years.
• A business-related degree with a preference for Accounting; CPA certification is required.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and SQL.
• Familiarity with Oracle and Salesforce systems.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work in a small team.
• An overall well-rounded approach to problem-solving and data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a hybrid schedule with 2-3 days per week in the Chicago office.
• Authorization to work in the US from any employer.
• Willingness to start within three weeks of acceptance.

Benefits

The hourly rate for the Chicago area is $57.21 per hour (40 hours per week).

Pay

$57.21 per hour (40 hours per week)

Schedule

Hybrid schedule with 2-3 days per week in the Chicago office.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Rocket Travel by Agoda is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to reach new heights in their career. We encourage all applicants to apply.

EEO Statement

Rocket Travel by Agoda is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an E-Verify employer – meaning that your Form I-9 information will be provided to the federal government to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information, please view: E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish) and IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish).