Associate Manager, Accounting

KAYAK, part of Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG), is the world’s leading travel search engine. With billions of queries across our platforms, we help people find their perfect flight, stay, rental car, cruise, or vacation package. We’re also transforming the in-travel experience with our app and new accommodation software. For more information, visit www.KAYAK.com.

As an employee of KAYAK, you will be part of a global network that includes OpenTable and KAYAK's portfolio of metasearch brands including Swoodoo, checkfelix, momondo, Cheapflights, Mundi and HotelsCombined. Many employees are dedicated to one brand, but we all have the benefit of using each others strengths and insights. Together, we're able to help people experience the world through dining and travel.

**Hybrid preferred.  Possibility for fully remote. US location in CDT-EDT**

The Role:

The Associate Manager, Accounting will report directly to the Senior Manager of Accounting and support the North America General Ledger (GL) team at KAYAK/OpenTable. The primary responsibilities will be to work with the team on the monthly close process, perform variance analysis, manage two direct reports, and continuously improve processes. We're looking for someone with a solid understanding of US GAAP, who displays a strong sense of ownership and accountability, and who possesses an eagerness to learn and execute. This role provides an excellent opportunity for growth and someone who has excellent problem-solving skills, strong communications, and enjoys working in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

In this role, you will:

• Assist in managing the monthly close process for the North America GL team
• Manage several different accounting areas including but not limited to: fixed assets, capitalized development, cloud computing arrangements, cash, prepaid expenses and accruals related to accounts payable, professional fees, information technology and T&E.  
• Review and analyze monthly financial statements for the relevant areas of responsibility
• Assist in preparation and review of monthly balance sheet and P&L fluctuation analyses for the relevant areas of responsibility
• Manage two direct reports by reviewing their work, providing timely feedback and supporting their career growth
• Review monthly, quarterly and annual balance sheet reconciliations in FloQast, our close management system
• Provide suggestions for improvement to maximize accuracy and efficiency
• Assist with various ad hoc projects and implement suggested improvements

Please apply if:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA preferred
• 5+ years experience in industry and/or public accounting (Big 4 experience preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage at least one direct report
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Exceptional written and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, including task prioritization and effective time management
• Excited to actively participate in projects to standardize and improve processes
• Solution-focused with the ability to prioritize and lead multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.) preferred

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation
• Day off on your birthday
• Company-matched retirement plans
• Company-wide week off each year
• Work from (almost) anywhere policy
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Headspace Subscription
• Company-paid therapy sessions through SpringHealth
• Paid volunteer time
• Universal Paid Parental Leave

There are a variety of factors that go into determining a salary range, including but not limited to external market benchmark data, geographic location, and years of experience sought/required. The range for this United States-located role is $115,000-$130,000.

In addition to a competitive base salary, roles are eligible for additional compensation and benefits including annual cash bonus; health benefits; flexible spending account; retirement benefits; life insurance; paid time off (including PTO, paid sick leave, medical leave, bereavement leave, floating holidays and paid holidays); and parental leave and benefits.

Diversity and Inclusion

We aspire to have a workplace that reflects all of the diverse communities we serve. We know that when we have diverse teams we produce more creative ideas, products, and better outcomes for our team members. OpenTable/KAYAK is proud to be an Equ