About Us:
We are a vibrant retail travel agency dedicated to providing our clients with exceptional travel experiences. Due to unprecedented growth, we are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Bookkeeper and Administrator to join our team.
Responsibilities:
· Process, maintain, monitor, and reconcile general ledger accounts including cash, bank reconciliations, trust accounts, commissions, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
· Prepare commission payments, payroll, and source deductions.
· Identify and investigate discrepancies, discussing resolutions with management.
· Post monthly, quarterly, and year-end adjusting entries as needed.
· Prepare government remittances, HST returns, T4/T4As, and TICO reports and submissions.
· Generate information for year-end financial statements.
· Provide support to external accountants as required.
· Monitor bookings and customer travel orders to ensure accuracy and compliance with guidelines.
· Develop strong relationships with Independent Contractors (Agents).
· Assist agents with financial and booking-related inquiries.
· Monitor, distribute, and respond to email messages.
Qualifications and Skills:
· *Proficiency in QuickBooks Online is a must!*
· Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a bookkeeping role within a small to medium-sized business.
· Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) designation and an accounting degree or diploma preferred.
· Proficient in QuickBooks, Wagepoint, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook.
· Expertise in managing accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and account reconciliation.
· Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports to assist with management decision-making.
· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently with professionalism.
· Clear and concise communication skills, verbally and in writing, in English.
· Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate bookkeeping and regulatory compliance.
· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
· Customer-focused approach, efficiently resolving sales and service issues for agents and clients.
· High initiative and capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
· Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
· Familiarity with travel booking systems and knowledge of industry regulations, such as TICO standards, is an asset.
Experience:
· Minimum of 5 years in a bookkeeping role.
· Experience in travel sales or customer service within the travel sector is preferred.
Compensation:
· Salary commensurate with experience.
· Extended health benefits.
How to Apply:
If you are a self-motivated professional with a passion for travel and a strong bookkeeping background, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you would be a great fit for our team to tshannik@expediacruises.com. No phone calls, please. We will contact those applicants selected for an interview.
Expedia Cruises in Scarborough is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.
