This is Skift

Skift (verb) - origin: Nordic languages - meaning: Shift; transformation.

As the daily homepage for the world’s largest industry, we are the leading news source for travel executives. We’ve proven ourselves as the information and intelligence brand at the center of it all, monitoring the ever-evolving transformation into the future of travel.

Every day, our award-winning team of journalists provides pivotal media insights on key travel sectors - with marketers, strategists and technologists top of mind. In doing so, we decipher and define global travel trends through a combination of news, research, conferences, exclusive interviews, strategic sector-focused newsletters, and more.

We are the leading travel news outlet - on a journey to better understand the world’s largest industry.

The Opportunity

Skift, the most influential media & events company in the global business of travel, is looking for a full time Accountant Clerk to join their Finance team. The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for all aspects of accounts payable and receivable, including collections, expense report processing, as well as assisting with the month-end close,and maintenance of department budgets. The successful candidate will be one of the first points of contact for accounting questions and will be working directly with the Accounting Manager and CFO.

Skift is a fully distributed, remote company with employees based across the globe. This position is remote and requires a high level of coordination and communication skills to be successful. You must be able to work independently, meet goals, set tasks in a timely manner, join meetings via video, and periodically work outside normal company hours for special events or projects.

Some of What You'll Do

• Lead and perform all aspects of the accounts payable function to ensure accuracy and timeliness of invoice entry and payment
• Direct and oversee customer invoicing and accounts receivable function
• Head and execute collections processing and reporting, establishing and following escalation procedures to limit delinquency
• Prepare accounting related entries to registers, journals, and logs as needed
• Follow all company established accounting processes
• Assist with commission calculations
• Administer expense report process for adherence to expense policy and reimbursement to employees
• Provide detailed analyses and explanations of all transactions as needed
• Prepare documentation for tax accountants and investors as necessary
• Participate in monthly and year-end closings
• Other tasks assigned by the Accounting Manager and CFO

The Experience You Bring 

• Bachelor’s Degree in (US based) Accounting or Finance required
• 2+ years’ experience in accounting or related field
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• Strong English written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Able to read and understand technical forms and financial reports
• Ability to comply with sensitive and confidential data

How You Work

• Experience with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, GSuite, Hubspot (or other CRM), and AI tools
• Outgoing, friendly, sense of team spirit, confident and dedicated
• Self-starter who works well with little to no supervision

Bonus Point 

• Knowledgeable and passionate about the travel industry

Personality/Attitude/Culture 

Skift's culture is diverse, very cohesive and full of people who love what they do and bring the best of them to work. We are remote but very connected and caring about each other.

How to get a job at Skift?

How To Apply

PLEASE SEND US A COVER LETTER ALONG WITH YOUR RESUME when you apply through our application system.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Skift celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our goal for our team and our culture is to reflect the diversity of travelers around the globe.We welcome applicants from all life experiences and encourage members of traditionally underrepresented backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ people.

Here's What You Can Expect Next

If you apply and are selected to interview, a Skift team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect