Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements across retail and wholesale divisions.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting and provide financial insights and analysis to support executive decision-making.
- Present financial results and variance analysis.
- Oversee all core accounting functions including GL, AP, AR, payroll, and reconciliations.
- Manage multi-entity and multi-currency accounting.
- Ensure accurate revenue recognition, including commissions, markups, and supplier incentives.
- Supervise and develop the accounting team.
- Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting.
- Analyze business performance by product line, destination, and channel.
- Identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement.
- Strengthen and maintain internal controls and financial policies.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audits, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors.
- Mitigate financial risks, including fraud prevention and cash flow management.
- Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting tools.
- Partner with operations to streamline end-to-end processes.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Experience in both retail and wholesale travel industry.
- Strong understanding of travel revenue models (commissions, net rates, markups).
- Strong understanding of supplier/vendor settlement processes.
- Strong understanding of high-volume transaction environments.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate financials into business insights.
- Proven leadership and team development capabilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Location
- Toronto, Canada
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including leadership roles.
Education Level
- CPA designation (or equivalent) required.
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive salary
Benefits
- 3 weeks of vacation
- Medical and dental benefits
- 9 additional paid days: 1 birthday day, 5 sick days, 2 personal days, and 1 volunteer day
- Employer RRSP contribution program
- Awesome travel benefits for you, your friends, and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members
