KAYAK, part of Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG), is the world’s leading travel search engine. With billions of queries across our platforms, we help people find their perfect flight, stay, rental car, cruise, or vacation package. We’re also transforming the in-travel experience with our app and new accommodation software. For more information, visit www.KAYAK.com.

As an employee of KAYAK, you will be part of a global network that includes OpenTable and KAYAK's portfolio of metasearch brands including Swoodoo, checkfelix, momondo, Cheapflights, Mundi and HotelsCombined. Many employees are dedicated to one brand, but we all have the benefit of using each others strengths and insights. Together, we're able to help people experience the world through dining and travel.

In this role, you will:

Lead all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable department: the process at KAYAK/OpenTable. This is a unique opportunity to lead, develop, automate processes and implement strategic enhancements to the AP function. You will strike a balance between being a change agent and rolling up your sleeves to address any issues.

The department is responsible for timely processing of vendor invoices, analysis of the vendor inquiries, and identification of improvement opportunities. In addition to external vendors, you will also review travel and expense claims acting as the face of Finance to explain the Travel & Expense policy and how to use the T&E reimbursement system to users across the business.

We are looking for someone with excellent problem-solving skills, demonstrated leadership, and a natural curiosity on how processes work both up and down stream. A Self-starter that flourishes with details but can also identify how end to end processes impact our stakeholders. Understand and ensure all AP and expense reimbursement procedures are documented and reviewed. Excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on a fast pace and growth environment.

• Direct a team of professional analysts to deliver quality work. Meets the service level agreements to ensure timely delivery.
• Own the project management of process enhancements.
• Establish goals and key performance metrics to measure the quality and efficiency of the functional processes
• Act as liaison between Finance and the wider business to resolve discrepancies.
• Develop staff through coaching and providing timely feedback.
• Ensure team’s adherence to company controls and policies.
• Review invoices in a quality and timely manner including account coding.
• Ensure approval requirements are met; approve daily bank reconciliations and journal entries
• Audits Travel & Expense reimbursement reports for compliance with policy.
• Lead monthly after-action review of errors and follow-ups required actions.
• Champion an inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is heard.

Please apply if:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Proven experience in developing people for growth and success
• 5 years in a high-growth environment, Accounts Payable preferred
• Thrive to actively lead projects to process improvements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (vlookup, pivot tables, etc.)
• Experience with accounting software such as NetSuite a plus
• Must be a proactive & highly organized self-starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Natural collaborator with excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate confidently and professionally with all levels within the organization.

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation
• Day off on your birthday
• Company matched retirement plans
• Health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Headspace Subscription
• Drinks, coffee, snacks, games etc.
• Weekly Catered Lunches
• Free massages from professional massage therapists
• Universal Paid Parental Leave

Note for Connecticut Residents: To receive estimated salary range information for this role pursuant to Connecticut's "An Act Concerning the Disclosure of Salary Range for a Vacant Position", email CTCareers@kayak.com. You must include the name of the position in your request.

Diversity and Inclusion

We aspire to have a workplace that reflects all of the diverse communities we serve. We know that when we have diverse teams we produce more creative ideas, products, and better outcomes for our team members. OpenTable/KAYAK is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for roles on our team. Whoever you are, just be you.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform job responsibilities, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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