Chase Travel Staff Accountant

JOB DESCRIPTION
If you are intellectually curious, and have a passion for problem-solving, you may be the perfect fit for our team!
As a Staff Accountant in Chase Travel (CTJ), you will support the business by completing monthly journal entries and the timely analysis and reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts. In addition, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for reviewing client and vendor contracts and implementing invoicing and payment procedures that fully represent the terms of the contracts. Additional responsibilities include purchasing card reconciliations, and other tasks as assigned.
Job responsibilities:

• Review client and vendor contract terms and guidelines.
• Pursue collection efforts as required to ensure client payment within contractual timeframes.
• Record client invoices and payments based on each client's specific contract terms.
• Prepare and complete journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting in a timely manner. These include revenue accruals, related product cost accruals, cash receipts, accrued and accounts receivable, and accrued vendor payables.
• Assist in preparation of monthly and quarterly forecasts by identifying trends and projecting client growth/decreases during the upcoming periods for both revenue and product costs.
• Reconcile high volume purchasing card activity to ensure accuracy.
• Complete other projects as assigned.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with at least 1 year of experience in Accounting.
• Proficiency with MS Windows and MS Office software, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent analytical skills - including the ability to present results.
• A demonstrated sense of urgency to produce results.
• Innovation and creativity - a problem solver with excellent organizational skills.
• The ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while focusing on completion of the highest priority items in the shortest timeframe possible.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Strong leadership skills - combined with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience with SAP a plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the handling of large data elements is preferred.

ABOUT US
Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Consumer & Community Banking division serves our Chase customers through a range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing. We're proud to lead the U.S. in credit card sales and deposit growth and have the most-used digital solutions - all while ranking first in customer satisfaction.
Global Finance & Business Management works to strategically manage capital, drive growth and efficiencies, maintain financial reporting and proactively manage risk. By providing information, analysis and recommendations to improve results and drive decisions, teams ensure the company can navigate all types of market conditions while protecting our fortress balance sheet.