Senior Accountant of External Reporting

Sabre Corporation

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel. Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions. Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter. As part of Sabre’s External Reporting team, you will take on interesting and challenging responsibilities which include preparation of Sabre’s quarterly and annual filings with the SEC, review of earnings releases and investor presentations, preparation of certain financial statements including income statement, statement of comprehensive income, balance sheet, statement of stockholder’s equity and/or cash flow statement, ownership of various footnote disclosures and drafting MD&A. In this position, you will have the opportunity to interact with a broad and diverse group that includes Treasury, Finance, Investor Relations, Legal, Tax and Internal Audit. You will report to the Senior Manager of External Reporting. The team is made up of collaborative, diligent, and diverse professionals that seek to support our corporate and business partners with timely reporting and accounting to drive value for stakeholders while upholding Sabre’s values.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting required
Three or more years of accounting experience; experience with a large accounting firm preferred
Experience with SEC reporting and the related process required
Ability to research accounting/ reporting issues and document conclusions
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to continually prioritize workload and respond to top priorities with a sense of urgency
Detail-oriented with both the ambition and willingness to dive into the details necessary to accomplish responsibilities and solve problems
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

CPA license preferred
Experience with statement of cash flows, accounting for stock compensation and basic/diluted earnings per share preferred
Experience with iXBRL, Workiva, SAP and Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and coordinate various aspects of the Company’s quarterly and annual filings with the SEC
Stay current on FASB and SEC developments; participate in the implementation of new financial reporting standards as prescribed by the FASB and SEC
Perform various activities such as (i) accounting for employee-related provisions; (ii) reconciliation of common shares and treasury shares outstanding; and (iii) calculations of basic and diluted earnings per share
Preparation of the consolidated statement of cash flows on a monthly basis
Preparation of analysis of financial results and draft of variance explanations included within MD&A
Update financial statement footnotes for areas such as Revenue, Stockholder’s Equity and Earnings Per Share
Work closely with external auditors to support the quarterly reviews and annual audit of our financial statements and internal controls
Review earnings releases, proxy statements and investor relations reporting media for accuracy and consistency
Review iXBRL data associated with quarterly and annual SEC filings and ensure accuracy
Prepare certain month-end close journal entries and account reconciliations
Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues in FP&A, Investor Relations, Legal, Treasury, Tax and Internal Audit.