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Senior Accountant - Sao Paulo

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Booking.com

Senior Accountant - Sao Paulo

São Paulo, Brazil

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At Booking.com, we want to empower everyone to experience the world. Through our products, partners, and people is how we do it. There's a whole planet of possibilities out there, and we bring it all together, in one place. Booking.com Brasil Servicos de Reservas de Hoteis Ltda (Brazil) is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant for our office in São Paulo, to support the Regional Accounting team.

The focus of this position is to make sure the accurate and timely accounting of these processes, as well as the improvement and innovation of them. Critical attitude, ability to multi-task and excellent technical accounting knowledge will help you to accomplish this.

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This position will report to the Controller and work closely together with other Finance departments, in our São Paulo office.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Perform the month end process including preparation of journal entries, accruals, Intercompany transactions, reconciliation of general ledger accounts and detailed supporting analysis and relevant documentation;
  • Prepare monthly closing reports in accordance with US GAAP;
  • Act as expert to peers and junior team members;
  • Proactive communication of potential issues to the Controller;
  • Participate or lead projects and Accounting initiatives and objectives;
  • Actively drive continuous process improvements and innovations
  • Align with statutory and Sox audits;
  • Strongly act to meet and exceed the department goals.

What You'll Bring

  • Minimum of 4-5 years of (general ledger) accounting experience;
  • Relevant accounting degree as for example SPD, ACCA or Bachelor Accounting level (or related);
  • Strong IT experience in financial systems, including SAP, is preferable;
  • Languages written and verbal: Advanced English + Advanced Portuguese + Intermediate Spanish;
  • Currently authorized to work in Brazil;
  • Critical and able to take care of complex accounting reconciliation;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills;
  • Being able to cope with dynamic and high change environment;
  • Enthusiastic, proactive and full of initiatives;
  • Creative thinker;
  • Being able to prioritize;
  • Accurate and analytical, responsible and take ownership;
  • Agile and resilience;
  • Ambitious and inquisitive attitude;
  • You are required to live within a commutable distance from your assigned office location

What We'll Provide:

Booking.com's Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. Our Total Rewards are striven to make it easier for you to experience all that life has to offer on your terms, so you can focus on what really matters. We offer competitive compensation as well as thoughtful, valuable, and even fun benefits which include:

  • Medical, life, and disability insurance*
  • Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, sick, and care leave
  • Industry leading product discounts for yourself, friends, and family, including automatic Genius Level 3 status
  • Free access to online learning platforms, mentorship programs, and a complimentary Headspace membership
  • Collaborative, friendly and diverse culture
  • Referral Program
  • This role doesn't come with relocation assistance
  • This role doesn't come with visa assistance
  • Additional Annual bonus potential
  • Please note that while our philosophy is the same in every location, benefits may differ by office/country.

Should you require accommodation to meet the essential functions of this job, please let us know.

Pre-Employment Screening

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.

Client-provided location(s): São Paulo, State of São Paulo, Brazil
Job ID: booking-19838
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Dental Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Professional Coaching
    • Shadowing Opportunities
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training