Sr Client Billing Specialist

Carlson Wagonlit Travel (Hauptsitz Deutschland) / CWT Beheermaatschappij B.V. Deutschland; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading digital travel management company as a Senior Accountant, where you'll play a vital role in the billing and revenue cycle. This position involves preparing client invoices, ensuring compliance with contract terms, and collaborating with various teams to drive financial accuracy. You'll leverage your accounting expertise and analytical skills to support the company's goals while working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. This role offers opportunities for growth and the chance to contribute to innovative financial solutions in a global context. If you're passionate about finance and eager to make an impact, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting experience with a strong understanding of GAAP.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare client invoices and manage billing/revenue cycle for assigned clients.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies in collaboration with Meeting Planners.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Hyperion Essbase

Hyperion Reporting and Planning

Oracle Cloud

Job description

CWT is one of the world's leading digital travel management companies and as a Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform, companies and governments rely on us to keep their people connected – anywhere, anytime, anyhow – and across six continents, we provide their employees with innovative technology and an efficient, safe and secure travel experience.

Finance & Strategy partners with the entire organization, including HR, Technology, Legal, Customer and Traveller Experience, to provide accurate financial information and meaningful insights. The group serves as guardians of the company’s assets, upholds ethical financial standards and equips leaders to make business decisions.

The team is responsible for risk management, internal audit, supplier revenue, tax, insurance and investor relations, finance operations, corporate financial planning and analysis, strategy and business insights and procurement and facilities.

Position overview

As a Senior Accountant in the CWT Client Revenue Accounting Department, you will play a key role in the billing/revenue cycle of the company in preparing the client settlements (invoices) for your assigned client portfolio. In this role, you will be working closely with the Meeting Planners, regional Program Management team, Legal team, and Pricing team to understand the contract terms and conditions to ensure proper billing and revenue recognition. You will also work closely with the Meeting Planners in the follow up of the accounts receivable related to your client’s invoices. There may also be opportunities to take on other tasks and other special projects as assigned to the department. In this role, you will utilize your previous accounting experience, knowledge of accounting and GAAP, attention to detail, and strong personal communication and analytical skills to drive results and work to support the department and the overall company goals.

Position Description

1. Understanding and applying billing/revenue accounting practices and principles to your client signed portfolio
2. Preparing client invoices timely following the client contract terms and conditions
3. During month end, preparing monthly accruals and potential journal entries for the assigned client portfolio, client P&L analysis and commentary, and unbilled balance sheet reconciliation and commentary for the assigned client portfolio
4. Researching and resolving discrepancies and issues that arise with the client billing through requests initiated by the Meeting Planners(s) and/or the regional Finance Director
5. Participating (upon request) in internal or external company audits to ensure billing compliance is met according to client contract terms and conditions
6. Working closely with the Meeting Planners to answer questions related to assigned client billing and assist them with client related analysis as requested
7. Assisting with other CWT Client Finance Department projects and initiatives as assigned

Position Requirements

1. Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in Accounting or Finance
2. Previous accounting experience (3-5 years)
3. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
4. General Knowledge of GAAP-Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
5. Strong problem solving and analytical skills
6. Ability to work well independently yet function well in a team-oriented environment
7. Effective communication skills in dealing with internal and external customers
8. Systems: Hyperion Essbase, Hyperion Reporting and Planning, and Oracle Cloud
9. Other Attributes: Organized, Customer service focused, Team player, and Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

CWT is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

CWT also offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to [e-mail]. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting and a description of the position for which you are applying.

Work Arrangement: Home

Employment type

Standard

Job Family

Scope: Regional

Travel

No

Shift

Day Job

Organization

Finance

Experience Level: 3 to 5 years

Job Posting

Feb 11, 2025