Europe Express

Since 1990, Europe Express (part of Travelopia) has been a trusted partner to travel advisors, offering customized European travel at competitive prices for both independent and group travelers.

We are passionate about the wonders of Europe and committed to delivering exceptional client experiences. By equipping travel advisors with in-depth destination training and unparalleled resources, we empower them to succeed at every stage of their career.

Join our team and be part of a collaborative, learning-driven environment that shares a love for creating unforgettable holidays!

We’re hiring an Assistant Controller to lead general accounting and payroll. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a growing, global environment and is passionate about travel, developing talent, and driving results.

The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of leading accounting teams in dynamic, global environments, and a drive for continuous improvement. They will demonstrate expertise in financial oversight, process excellence, and strategic analysis, leveraging advanced tools and analytics to deliver actionable insights and results.

What We’ll Offer:

• Remote work environment (hybrid in Seattle area)
• Salary + Bonus
• 17 days PTO annually to start, plus your birthday, and a volunteer day off
• Health benefits, 401k matching
• Employee travel benefits

What You’ll Do:

• Lead & Develop Teams: Manage, mentor, and coach two senior accountants. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture. Champion professional growth and continuous learning.
• Financial Oversight: Own the month-end close and bi-weekly payroll processes. Review and recommend improvements to journal entries, monthly reconciliations, and internal controls. Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and internal policies.
• Process Excellence: Drive month-end and year-end close to meet corporate timeline and financial reporting deadlines. Identify and implement process improvements.
• Audit: Own interim and year-end audit process, prepare documentation, and coordinate with internal team and external auditors.
• Global Focus: Facilitate cohesion in global team, accurate foreign currency accounting and reporting for global operations.
• AI & Analytics: Leverage AI tools and analytics to drive efficiency.  
• Strategic Analysis: Analyze financial results, identify trends, and provide actionable insights for business improvement.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• Extensive progressive accounting experience, including audit and global company/team exposure.
• Experience in small to medium-sized, fast-growing organizations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and foreign currency transactions.
• Very detail oriented while still able to see the big picture.
• Comfortable operating in a changing environment and with some ambiguity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team development skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Experience with AI and/or due diligence is a plus.

Behaviors We Value

• Thinks Big and Bold: Prioritizes impactful activities and proposes improvements.
• Bias for Action: Acts with urgency and meets deadlines.
• Collaborative and Inclusive: Engages others and develops the team.
• Openness to Learning and Change: Embraces feedback and adapts.
• Builds Strong Teams: Coaches, supports, and upgrades talent.
• Dive Deep: Connects details to broader insights.
• Earn Trust: Communicates transparently and acts with integrity.
• Ownership: Thinking and acting like an owner of the company

We believe people perform best when they can be their true selves and diverse teams drive better results. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.

Travelopia ensures an inclusive workplace for all. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us here: Talent@Travelopia.com

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