RESPONSBILITIES
- Lead the accounting and reconciliation of passenger ticket revenue, ancillary products, customer vouchers, credits, and related liabilities, ensuring full compliance with ASC 606 – Revenue from Contracts with Customers
- Serve as the subject matter expert for the end-to-end revenue lifecycle — from booking through settlement — with deep, hands-on experience in global distribution systems (GDS), such as Sabre, as well as the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), the Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP), and third-party distribution channels
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of revenue transactions originating from global distribution systems, including interline agreements, travel agencies, and non-direct sales
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, IT, and Revenue Management teams to map and test system integrations between GDS, ERP, and accounting platforms
- Identify and resolve discrepancies between booking systems and financial records through proactive reconciliation, root-cause analysis, and data-driven investigation
- Develop and maintain robust financial models, analytics, and forecasts to support revenue recognition estimates, breakage accounting, and deferred revenue tracking
- Research and document accounting treatment for emerging revenue streams and new distribution partnerships, with a focus on US GAAP compliance and evolving industry standards
- Support system upgrades and the implementation of new revenue channels, ensuring full accounting alignment and operational readiness
- Prepare technical accounting memoranda and support audit documentation requirements
- Continuously assess and enhance internal controls and reporting processes related to revenue accounting and third-party sales
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in revenue accounting or revenue management, preferably within the aviation, travel, or transportation sectors
- Proven expertise with Sabre, ARC, BSP, and GDS-based revenue flows, including system interfaces and settlement processes
- Solid understanding of third-party sales accounting, interline agreements, and agency commission structuresIn-depth knowledge of ASC 606 and revenue recognition best practices
- Experience leading or supporting cross-functional initiatives involving system implementation, integration testing, and process optimization
- Strong analytical and technical skills with the ability to create financial models, assess contract terms, and interpret their accounting impact
- Familiarity with the U.S. commercial aviation or travel industry preferred
- Excellent communication and documentation skills, especially when interfacing with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable in fast-paced, high-growth environments
- Must be a strong problem-solver, driven by facts and fact-based analysis.
- Must be action-oriented and results-driven and love working with a diverse team.
BENEFITS & PAY
- Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000 annually in Los Angeles, CA [exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.]
- Time Off: Unlimited PTO, accrued sick time, bereavement, and holiday pay.
- Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k, dependent care FSA, health FSA, teammate travel perks