Staff Accountant, Accounting

GENERAL SUMMARY The Staff Accountant, General Accounting will be relied upon to use discretion and independent judgement daily to perform accounting duties and analysis in the general ledger area in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP Under the general supervision of the Senior Manager, General Accounting, the Staff Accountant, General Accounting is responsible for managing various PTG balance sheet and income statement accounts. The Staff Accountant will have frequent contact with associates at all levels of departments throughout the organization. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries. Perform all accounting for various balance sheet and income statement accounts. Prepare supporting schedules and monthly account reconciliations such as Prepaids. Bank Reconciliations Manage Concur Purchase Requisition through financial systems and organizational structure. Function as backup to Administration of Concur Expense. Assist with Accounts Payable as needed Assist with the fiscal year audit. Participate in special projects as deemed necessary by Manager. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business required. 2-3 years of progressive work experience in accounting. Aspiration to be involved in all aspects of accounting to learn and improve skills. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills Proficient with accounting software and spreadsheets. Advanced skills with Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate financial information to technical and non-technical audiences. Experience with Concur and Great Plains and/or Business Central is preferred. Foreign currency background a plus but not required. WORKING CONDITIONS Working environment is a class-A professional office building. Office space is beautifully as well as functionally decorated including all required technology tools. Employee is seated most of the time. This role will be based out of our Preferred Travel Group office in Newport Beach, CA. With our in-office philosophy, our associates are expected to be in the office at least three days per week, supporting a healthy balance between in-person collaboration and flexible remote work. We take pride in our vibrant and inclusive culture, which thrives on meaningful connection, shared purpose, and cross-functional teamwork. In-office engagement plays a vital role in fostering spontaneous collaboration, accelerating innovation, and strengthening relationships across teams. It also provides valuable opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and a deeper sense of community. Please note: While the current expectation is a minimum of three days per week in the office, this may evolve over time in alignment with business needs and our continued commitment to culture-building. REQUIRED TRAINING Cyber Security Training Outlook Training Concur Training Microsoft Teams Training Great Plains Training DISCLAIMER The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. SALARY USD $65,000 to $70,000; actual compensation within this range will be determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise.